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Task force: District’s schools inadequate for educational needs

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

DIXON – The strategic planning task force will recommend that the school board develop a plan to address what it calls inadequate schools in the district and hire a consulting firm

to help with the process.

The recommendation will be given during the next board meeting on Wednesday, in the form of a report summarizing the task force’s 8 months of meetings, building tours and discussions with architectural firms.

Task force members met Thursday night to review, edit and finalize a draft of the document.

The plan – or blueprint – developed by the district and a consulting firm will look at how the school district can address its aging facilities. Rea-

gan Middle School, the newest building, was built in 1959.

Dixon is at a tipping point in regard to the facilities, the task force said in its report, and it can’t put the issue off any longer.

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PHIDIANS DECK THE WALLS FOR ANNUAL ART SHOW

Label Shopper, a store that will sell “discount brand name clothing” in addition to shoes and accessories for men, women and children, according to its website, will open early next week in Dixon.

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BY DAVID GIULIANI AND CHRISTI WARREN news@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5501

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Judy Dixon (right) positions a painting Thursday afternoon at Loveland Community House and Museum in Dixon. The Phidian Art Club is still accepting works of art from 2 to 6 p.m. today for its annual show, which begins at 6 p.m. April 10 at Loveland with a critique, followed by awards at 7 p.m.

NEAR RIGHT: Anne Lewis prepares to hang a painting by Sydni Reubin. FAR RIGHT: Ellen Mumford hangs a painting Thursday at the Loveland Community House and Museum for the annual Phidian Art Club show. The Phidian Art Club was founded in 1890 to promote the arts in the form of visual art, literature, and music. The first Phidian Art Show was held in 1947.

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Teens dancing back into the ’60s

DIXON – A ’60s teen dance to benefit Project GenNex will be from 7 to 10:30 p.m. today at Rosbrook Studio, 107 S. Peoria Ave. Admission is free, but donations will be accepted to help Project GenNex’s goal of opening a youth center in Dixon. A $10 gift card to Mama Cimino’s will be awarded to the person with the best 1960s costume.

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STERLING – Readings of Eve Ensler’s award-winning play, “The Vagina Monologues,” will be at 7 p.m. today and Saturday at Sterling-Rock Falls YMCA, 412 First Ave. Tickets are $10, and may be purchased at the door or by calling 815-543-0955.

The reading is being presented by VDay Sterling.

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DIXON – The Dixon Rotary Club is planning its annual Community Shrimp Boil and Chili Bowl Fundraiser from 5 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 506 W. Third St. The fundraiser supports Rotary’s events and projects. Tickets are $15 for adults, $5 for children ages 6-2, and free to kids under 5.

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STERLING – The Sterling man who was injured in an apparent hit-and-run accident late Tuesday night is now in serious condition in a Rockford hospital – an upgrade from his condition Wednesday.

Jacob Carr, 20, was found in the 300 block of West Fifth Street about 12:30 a.m. Wednesday, when a resident informed police. Carr, who was unresponsive, is believed to have been hit by a car at some point in the previous hour, police said.

Sterling Police Chief Ron Potthoff said in an interview Thursday that police found a small piece of a car, but he declined to say what was found.

He urged residents to think about their surroundings and alert police if they have any tips.

“If you know anyone who has a fresh dent in their car, or is missing parts on their car, or might be hiding their car, ...” Potthoff said. “Anybody who notices anything, no matter how insignificant, should give us a call.”

Carr was taken to CGH Medical Center’s emergency room, before being airlifted to OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center in Rockford.

Police said they didn’t know Carr’s identity until a family member identified him about 3:30 p.m. Wednesday.

Carr was a former Newman Central Catholic High School student.

On Sunday, he wrote on Facebook, “If you have God in your life, you will accomplish anything,” saying his status was “feeling good.” On Tuesday, he shared a friend’s status, “Success is a state of mind.”

Anyone with information is asked to call police at 815-6326640 or Crime Stoppers at 815625-7867.

A bit of magic in Sterling

STERLING – The Carson Family’s Magical Mystery Show will be at 3 p.m. Sunday at Centennial Auditorium in Sterling High School, 1608 Fourth Ave. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at www.centennialauditorium. com or from 3 to 5 p.m. today at the box office. Proceeds benefit Twin City Sunrise Rotary service projects.

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Tonya Bush (right) and Angela Barnhart rack clothing at Label Shopper in Dixon. The store will sell “discount brand name clothing� when it opens next week at 1379 N. Galena Ave.

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DIXON – A new clothing store in Dixon is expected to open next week.

Label Shopper will open its sixth store in Illinois, at 1379 N. Galena Ave., on Monday or Tuesday, said Director of Stores Judy Piurowski.

The store will sell “discount brand name clothing,� according to its website, in addition to shoes and accessories for men, women and children.

Label Shopper is a division of New York-based Peter Harris Clothes.

There are Label Shopper stores in Ottawa and Galesburg in Illinois and

Jenna McGuire helps get the stores stock on the floor to be ready for business next Monday or Tuesday. The Dixon store will be the sixth Label Shopper in Illinois. locations in Maine, Massachusetts, New York and Ohio, among nine total states.

There are 71 Label Shopper stores nationwide. “We’re moving out that way,� Piurowski said. “We’ve started opening stores in Indiana, Illinois

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Plenty of questions for Forum’s guest at meeting Sterling mayor asked about rental inspections, riverfront development

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STERLING – The proposed rental inspections program being developed by the cities of Rock Falls and Sterling is about safety not aesthetics, Sterling Mayor Skip Lee says.

Lee was at the Sterling Public Library on Thursday evening to field questions as the guest of the Rock River Open Forum.

Shane Celestino of Sterling questioned the constitutionality of such programs. “The same arguments are made whenever something is regulated for the first time,� Lee said. “Multiple legal opinions support what we want to do. Once it is implemented, I think it it will work out fine.�

Although he believes the

overwhelming majority in both cities are good landlords, Lee feels that the program is needed to untie the hands of city officials in certain cases where public safety is compromised. “Code enforcement pretty much works on a complaint basis now,� Lee said. “We can issue citations for outdoor things, but the only way you can get inside is with a tenant complaint or a warrant.�

It can be particularly difficult if a property is in what Lee calls “foreclosure purgatory� or there are out-of-town owners.

The fact that the cities are working together on the program should make it run more efficiently, Lee said. “[Rock Falls building inspector] Mark Searing has worked with build-

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Sterling Mayor Skip Lee meets with members of the Rock River Open Forum on Thursday night at the Sterling Public Library. ing codes and landlords for a long time,� Lee said. “Will there be gliches and tweaks? Yes, but the two cities together will have more resources to work on it.�

The mayor also was asked about progress on the riverfront development. He said the first phase has focused on health, safety and infrastructure. That involves

getting the Environmental Protection Agency’s stamp of approval – no further remediation.

A $2.2 million state EPA grant was secured for a greenspace project along the riverfront.

The city is acquiring the former National Manufacturing property. The donation agreement calls for Stanley to assume

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responsibility for cleaning up any underground contaminants associated with the planned demolition of buildings. The city would be liable for above-ground contaminants such as asbestos and lead paint that would likely have to be dealt with during the renovation process.

The city has said it plans to take down 6 of the 10 buildings included in the agreement. The estimated demolition cost would be $1.5 million to $1.7 million.

The Lawrence Brothers property is a bit of a question mark, the mayor said. “We’re still assessing what we have with that building,� Lee said. “That area is more open, so keeping people out has been a problem.�

Several people at the meeting were in agreement with the mayor’s belief in the untapped potential of Lawrence Park. Building up and

securing the river banks in that area has been a problem, and the shallow water limits its recreational use.

John Espinoza, a Whiteside County Board member, said the old buildings slated for demolition could be a tool in solving that problem. “When we’re tearing up concrete from the plant and the Rock Falls Limestone Building, we could use the materials to build up the banks,� Espinoza said. “Milwaukee did something similar along their riverfront. We can build it up and use the rock to protect it.�

Development doesn’t come cheap, the mayor reminds the group. “About $60 million is needed just on our side for riverfront development,�

Lee said. “The reality it that the state of Illinois, and the cities of Sterling and Rock Falls are not infinite pots of money.�

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Ex-NFL player’s shop rolls into town Alert lifted after smoke clears at nuclear plant

Mobile meat market will make weekly pit stop at the mall

CORDOVA (AP) – An alert imposed after smoke was spotted at the Quad Cities Generating Station in western Illinois was lifted after eight hours.

Exelon Generation officials say the smoke was spotted Wednesday after a pipe released water onto an electrical system.

Spokesman William Stoermer says Quad Cities Unit 2 had been removed from service Monday so

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STERLING – Fresh meat on wheels has come to the Twin Cities.

Former NFL player Sean Considine, 32, will park his business, Headon & Considine’s Market, at Northland Mall, 2900 E. Lincolnway, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Thursdays.

Despite the gloomy weather, business was brisk on opening day Thursday, Considine said.

The former Baltimore Ravens safety, a native of Byron, teamed up with Headon’s Meat and Catering in Creston to create the mobile meat market, the only one of its kind in the state, Considine has said.

The meat is cut at the butcher shop that morning and brought to customers in the distinctive refrigerated trailer.

The customized refrigerated trailer from which he sells New York strip steak,

workers could replace a valve. The unit was in being restarted when smoke was detected around 1:40 p.m.

The alert was lifted around 9:30 p.m.

Exelon officials say the unit is stable and another unit remains at full power.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission says there were no abnormal releases of radioactive material and no one was injured.

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Rani Handschke, of Sterling, walks away with her selection of meat from Headon & Considine’s Market on Thursday afternoon in the parking lot of Northland Mall in Sterling. The refrigerated trailer, which sells fresh meat that is cut at the butcher shop in the morning, will be in the Northland lot from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. every Thursday.

For more information Find Headon & Considine’s Market on Facebook FOR ALL THE DETAILS 0LACE AN ORDER AT filet mignon, lobster tails and jalapeno burgers, among other things, also makes stops from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Far-

ley’s Appliance parking lot, 1245 N. Galena Ave. in Dixon on Wednesdays, and next to Snyder’s Pharmacy, 415 W. Black-

hawk Drive in Byron, on Fridays. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays, you can find him in the parking lot at Westfield Fox Valley mall in Aurora.

If business keeps going as well as it has been, a second trailer will be added, Considine said.

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OBITUARIES William R. Peters MACHESNEY PARK – William R. Peters, 75, of Machesney Park, died Tuesday, April 1, 2014, at NelsonDebes Subacute Complex in Rockford.

Bill was born April 18, 1938, in Aurora, the son of Reinhardt W. and Gertrude E. (Flanigan) Peters. He was a veteran of the Army. He married Susan A. Thorell on Jan. 28, 1961, in Loves Park.

Bill was employed by NCR for 35 years, retiring in 1994. He volunteered at the Loves Park Fire Department for more than 10 years. Bill (WB9MCZ) was president of the Amateur Radio Club in Sterling.

He also was a member of the Jaycees, Moose Club,

and American Legion.

He was a 10-gallon blood donor.

Survivors include his wife, Susan; his children, Lindi (Garth) Anderson, Brenda (Charlie) Anderson and Randy (Leslie McClure) Peters; eight grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Visitaiton will be from 5 to 7 p.m. today and from 9:45 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Delehanty Funeral Home, 401 River Lane, Loves Park. The funeral will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

A memorial will be established.

Visit delehantyfh.com to send condolences.

Elisabetha Zieher DIXON – ElisaSquare in Dixon, betha Zieher, 84, of with the Rev. MariDixon, died Tueslyn Nolan, pastor day, Feb. 28, 2012, of Grace United at Heritage Square Methodist Church in Dixon in Dixon, officiatA memorial sering. Preston-Schilvice to celebrate ling Funeral Home her life will be at 2 p.m. is handling arrangeMonday at Heritage ments.

Russell E. DeWeerdt FULTON – Russell E. DeWeerdt, 87, of Fulton, died Wednesday, April 2, 2014, at Harbor Crest Home in Fulton.

Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home in Fulton is handling arrangements.

Leland W. ‘Lee’ Nicol SAVANNA – Leland Walter “Lee� Nicol, 89, of Savanna, died Tuesday, April 1, 2014, at his home.

Law-Jones Funeral Home in Savanna is handling arrangements.

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MORRISON – A Rock Falls man accused of causing the death of a pit bull pleaded not guilty to felony animal cruelty Thursday in Whiteside County Court.

Joseph R. Nelson, 37, of Rock Falls, was arrested a week ago today. He still was

in jail Thursday on $50,000 bond. A tentative trial date of May 20 was set, and Nelson has a pretrial conference April 30. A public defender has been appointed.

If convicted of aggravated cruelty to animals, Nelson faces 1 to 3 years in prison.

A necropsy was performed Monday on the adult male pit bull, found March 25 in

a cage in the basement of a Rock Falls home Whiteside County Sheriff’s investigators say Nelson recently vacated.

The dog, the carcass of which weighed 25 pounds, appears to have died of dehydration or starvation, they said.

Results were sent to a state lab to try to determine the time and exact cause of death.

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NEW YORK – Get ready for another late-night shake-up. David Letterman is preparing to retire from “The Late Show� in 2015, the comedian announced Thursday.

The host, who turns 67 this month, plans to say goodnight to his hosting duties once his contract expires next year.

The news, which first leaked via Twitter, was later confirmed by Tom Keaney, a spokesman for Letterman’s production company, Worldwide Pants. Before a “Late Show� audience at the Ed Sullivan Theater in Manhattan, Letterman revealed how he had called CBS chief executive Les Moonves to say he would be retiring. “I just want to reiterate my thanks for the support from the network, all of the people who have worked here, all of the people in the theater, all the people on the staff, everybody at home, thank you very much,�

Letterman said. “What this means now, is that Paul and I can be married,� Letterman joked.

Paul Shaffer is the “Late Show� band leader.

Moonves also released a statement, calling Letterman’s decision “poignant. “There is only one David Letterman.

His greatness will always

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In this photo provided by CBS, David Letterman, host of the “Late Show with David Letterman,� waves to the audience Thursday in New York after announcing that he will retire sometime in 2015. Letterman, who turns 67 next week, has the longest tenure of any late-night talk show host in U.S. television history, already marking 32 years since he created “Late Night� at NBC in 1982. be remembered here, age (he is 3 years older After losing a contenand he will certainly sit than Leno) speculation tious and highly publiamong the pantheon of about Letterman’s plans cized battle with Leno this business,� he said. has naturally resurfaced. to inherit “Tonight� folCBS executives have His departure from CBS lowing Johnny Carson’s publicly expressed sup- brings an end to a three- retirement in 1992, Letport for Letterman, decade career in television terman decamped to insisting that the funny that began in 1980 with CBS. “The Late Show� man would retire on the short-lived morning premiered in 1993 and at his own terms and not program “The David Let- first easily bested Leno’s be edged out like his terman Show,� which “Tonight Show� in the chief rival, Jay Leno, was canceled after a few ratings. While Leno gradat NBC. Speculation months on NBC. The sar- ually gained the edge in about his future at “The donic comedian found his overall viewership, LetterLate Show� was briefly calling in late-night tele- man has enjoyed greater quelled late last year vision, launching “Late acclaim from critics and when CBS extended his Night� on NBC in 1982, his fellow comedians, contract to 2014. But where he quickly estab- earning a Peabody in given the recent turn- lished himself with signa- 1992 and a Kennedy Cenover at “The Tonight ture bits Stupid Human ter Honors in 2012, as well Show� and Letterman’s Tricks and the Top 10 list. as numerous Emmys.

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The school facilities were determined to be insufficient for “21st century� learning, in regard to safety and security, compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and when

it comes to athletic and performing arts facilities.

Starting with Washington Elementary School, the task force toured all the school facilities and rated their elements on a scale of 1 to 5. Dixon High School was rated as the worst building, and Lincoln Elementary School was rated as the the worst

elementary building.

In December, the school board voted to close the Lincoln building and relocate its students starting in the 2014-15 school year, in an effort to address budgetary constraints.

While it wasn’t listed in the final report to be presented to the

school board, the task force expressed concern regarding its limited land to expand, if a new school building were to be built.

Paying for any major facility upgrades or new buildings would require increasing either sales tax or property tax, something voters would have to approve.

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These are good times for U.S. landlords. For many tenants, not so much.

With demand for apartments surging, rents are projected to rise for a fifth straight year. Even a pickup in apartment construction is unlikely to provide much relief anytime soon.

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A 6 percent rise in apartment rents between 2000 and 2012 has been exacerbated by a 13 percent drop in income among renters nationally over the same period, according to a report from Apartment List, a rental housing website, which used inflation-adjusted figures. “That’s what we call the affordability gap,� says John Kobs, Apartment List’s chief executive. “I

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Demand for rental housing has grown as the U.S. economy has strengthened since the end of the Great Recession nearly five years ago.

Steady job growth has made it possible for more people to move out on their own and rent their own apartments. Yet rising home prices are preventing many from buying.

A combination of rising rents and sluggish

pay gains will likely continue to weigh on the U.S. economy, which relies primarily on consumer spending.

The trend is straining the finances of tenants like Michael Strane.

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State might provide test for free for only low-income students next year SPRINGFIELD (AP) – As they juggle schoolreform demands with budget cuts, state education officials are considering retaining a traditional college-readiness test for high school juniors but passing the cost along to school districts and possibly the students’ families.

The move would be just one cost-cutting possibility after Illinois schools have seen close to $1 billion in cuts since 2009, and as educators warn of more drastic cuts when revenues fall if lawmakers decide not to extend a temporary income tax hike set to expire at the end of this year.

State board officials estimate it will cost $14 million for all high school juniors to take the ACT test next year, which they want to keep even though it is scheduled to be phased out with the implementation of other exams. But they are considering providing the test free only to lowincome students and requiring other families to shoulder the $52.50 cost next year. “That’s one option

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State Superintendent of Education Christopher Koch told The Associated Press.

How to fund testing is one crucial component of the current state budget debate, as lawmakers grapple with whether to let the state’s income tax increase roll back as scheduled from its current 5 percent to 3.75 percent in January, and what to do with the available state funds at hand.

Implementing a new set of state-mandated exams is already making the state testing budget balloon.

By keeping the ACT and adding the new exams at the elementary and high school levels, the cost of state testing would total $54 million next year, double this year’s $27 million. “The ACT is one thing that parents and students want,� said State Rep. Robert Pritchard of Hinckley, the House Republican spokesman on education funding. He suggested pinching state funding from other programs in order to pay for

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Joe Moore talks about the upcoming ACT Assessment test Tuesday at his home in Springfield. For the first time in more than a decade, the State Board of Education might provide the test for free only to low-income students next year, requiring more well-off families to shoulder the cost of the five-subject, $52.50 exam. the test. “There are lots (of “To me that’s a copprograms) we can’t afford out,� said Gary Percy, right now,� he said. the father of two teenage The possibility of a new daughters at Elgin District testing fee also is not sit- high schools. “The state ting well with some par- really shouldn’t be passents. ing the buck like that.�

SPRINGFIELD (AP) – A fast-tracked plan to overhaul two Chicago citypension programs slowed Thursday in the Illinois House, as nervous lawmakers said they fear backlash for a massive property-tax increase even if they don’t directly approve it.

House Speaker Michael Madigan wanted quick House approval for Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s plan after the mayor said he has agreement with major unions covering 57,000 workers and retirees to reduce by half a $20 billion pension debt over 40 years. But half the cost for municipal workers’ and laborers’ pensions would be covered by a 5-year, $750 million property tax hike that the Chicago city council must approve.

How that features in necessary legislation has some in the Capitol jittery. “Legislators are concerned about wearing the jacket for that property tax increase,� said Rep. Elaine Nekritz, a Northbrook Democrat and pension expert.

Some say Chicago, a home-rule city not subject to many state laws, often wants to be left alone by the Legislature – so city officials should take full responsibility for the taxes. Others are wondering where the unions in favor of the changes are and why the city isn’t dealing with all its pension accounts at once.

The timing isn’t the best, either, coming just a week after Gov. Pat Quinn made property-tax relief a cornerstone of his state budget plan. The Democrat wouldn’t stake a position on the pension measure Thursday but reiterated his desire to reduce the property tax burden.

Municipal pension funds are created and governed by state law, so the General Assembly must approve changes.

The Chicago plan would increase employee contributions and reduce benefits to retirees. But lawmakers don’t want their fingerprints on any city council vote to raise taxes.

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Two Illinois media groups back legislative hearings into IHSA SPRINGFIELD (AP) – Two media groups are throwing their support behind a bill that would require legislative hearings into the operations of the Illinois High School Association, the governing body that oversees state high school athletics.

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Lee Enterprises newspapers reported the Illinois Broadcasters Association and the Illinois Press Association are backing the legislation introduced by Rep. Linda Chapa LaVia, an Aurora Democrat. “We want to throw some transparency and light on it to make sure we’re working

in harmony,� Chapa Lavia said. “All I’d like to do is have them come to us and answer a lot of questions.�

Dennis DeRossett, president of the Press Association, said the hearings are needed to give taxpayers more insight into how the Bloomington-based nonprofit group operates.

“The IHSA is presently subject to almost no accountability or oversight,� he said in statement. “They claim to be exempt from both the Freedom of Information Act and Open Meetings Act, and they argue that they alone should control any revenue that is ultimately derived

executive director, said his group already releases an annual financial audit.

And its financial reports are also available for public review because of its tax-exempt status. “We’re puzzled, quite frankly,� he said. “I think we’re being responsible citizens.�

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o save money, some area school districts, including Dixon and Rock Falls, plan to send fewer students to the Whiteside Area Career Center in the fall.

Enrollment at the Sterling-based vocational school, which is 646 students for the current school year, is projected to drop to 515 – a plunge of 20 percent.

We sympathize with the financial plight faced by school districts that suffer because the state of Illinois’ finances are so bad. The past 2 years, the state has paid less than 90 percent of the aid it owes schools.

So, schools must cut

their budgets. The sad part is that among the casualties are the types of students upon whom our region will depend to work in the local economy and provide future services.

Authors Patrick Carr and Maria Kefalas describe those students as “stayers� in their book “Hollowing Out the Middle: The Rural Brain Drain and What It Means for America.� Such students stay in their communities after graduating from high school, find jobs, and begin to build their lives.

And the foundation for many local careers they will pursue is laid at vocational educa-

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enlist in the military, the “stayers� are the ones Our region must not cut career training for the who will buy homes, raise families, serve the comstudents most likely to stay here. A way must munity, and spend their be found to reverse the 20 percent enrollment money right here.

Their education and reduction at Whiteside Area Career Center. training is vital to the future of the Sauk Valley. tion schools such as the welding and manufacturAnd, because Illinois’ Whiteside Area Career ing. financial woes hurt Center.

An impressive new cur- schools’ budgets and There, students get riculum, the Creating caused them to cut back started on nursing Entrepreneurial Opporon career training, our careers through the certunities (CEO) program, new crop of “stayers� will tified nursing assistant was launched last fall to have fewer opportunities program. teach students how to here at home.

Students take training create and launch their In addition, the decision in early childhood, digital own businesses. to send fewer students to media arts, auto service, Carr and Kefalas argue WACC could imperil the building trades, and that educational opportu- promising CEO program. computer technology. nities for “stayers� should We don’t like those They learn about crimi- be supported more prospects one bit. nal justice, commercial strongly. Unlike students There must be a way foods, business, and who go off to college or to restore opportunities

for the scores of students who will be shut out of career training.

Here’s an idea. Our area is served by several education service regions. We ask the regional school superintendents, Robert Sondgeroth for Whiteside County and Paul McMahon for Lee and Ogle counties, to see what they can do to solve this problem.

Otherwise, many students’ futures will be given short shrift. That’s bad for them, and all of us.

State leaders have failed those young people, who face diminished future prospects. Local leaders must not quietly acquiesce to this injustice.

COMMENTS ON CONGRESS

What do you think of your government’s execution?

Time to make it work better, ex-leader says

BY LEE H. HAMILTON Bloomington, Ind.

In 1965, the chairman of the powerful Ways and Means Committee, Wilbur Mills, brought legislation establishing Medicare and Medicaid to the floor of the U.S. House.

That was my first year in Congress, and I remember vividly the moment when Mills came to the Democratic caucus to explain his plans.

Many of us had been swept into office in the 1964 Democratic wave that accompanied Lyndon Johnson’s election, and we had an overwhelming majority in Congress. We could pass any bill we wanted.

But Mills argued forcefully that we shouldn’t.

It was crucial, he said, that we get bipartisan support for the measure: passing the law was one thing, but what really counted was its implementation. With bipartisan support, the odds were much higher that the highly controversial measure could be rolled out effectively.

So, despite the grumbling of some members of the caucus, Mills made

significant accommodations to find common ground with Republicans, and eventually 70 of them – half their caucus – joined us to pass the bill.

Mills was playing a very smart game. What he understood was that in the end, Americans’ lives would be affected not by what happened in Congress, but by what the federal government Lee H. did with the Hamilton law it was handed.

There are times these days when a story like that, about someone in Washington caring about the government’s effectiveness, feels as quaint as a tale about knights and dragons.

Plenty of good, competent people serve both in Congress and within the ranks of the executive branch, but after years of abject failure – from the response to Hurricane Katrina to the initial rollout of the Affordable Care Act to the cost overruns, delays, and mismanagement that too often characterize federal programs – it’s hard to argue that the government is filled with people who know how to make it a model of efficiency and effectiveness.

– cannot achieve their policy objectives unless those under them are competent and highperforming. We have to rethink and transform how government does its business – not just on a one-shot basis, but constantly.

Light has probably thought harder about these issues than anyone else inside or outside government, and there are a number of recommendations he and others make: We have to cut the number of political appointees. In the federal government alone, they

number roughly 3,000, and often don’t win their positions by merit.

We have to reduce the layers of management, and reduce the sheer number of people employed by government.

Outsourcing has gotten out of hand. In theory, private-sector contractors save taxpayers money. In reality, Light’s research shows, they can cost us twice as much.

Current civil service rules make it almost impossible to hire, promote, and fire based on merit. That has to change.

Government today is highly pressured and deals with tough, complicated problems. It needs to be able to recruit and retain first-rate talent; you don’t want a secondrate lawyer negotiating a nuclear arms treaty.

Unless we deal with those problems, failure is baked into the system.

The American people have to demand that the president and the Congress not just enact legislation, but also implement and manage government programs effectively and efficiently.

Note to readers: Lee Hamilton is director of the Center on Congress at Indiana University. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years.

Reputable temperature data extends only 100 years back in time, in a then-widely-scattered geographical arena, while today, temperatures are recorded at an ever-increasing number of locales at numerous times per day. The result?

Skewed data, which in the scientific world is viewed with suspicion – or should be.

Changes in global climate exist, but can be sufficiently explained by the movements of the earth as influenced by our sun, moon and the other planets of the solar system.

The Milankovitch Theory, among others,

accounts for the cyclical nature of our ice ages by tying them to changes in the axis tilt of our earth, the periodic wobble of the same axis, as well as the ever-changing trajectory of our planet’s path around the sun, from circular to elliptical.

These movements are correlative to the amount of solar energy affecting the earth’s temperatures over time.

So, let’s not flatter ourselves by thinking that we puny humans can, indeed, produce a change in the climate, for the forces at work here are without peer and beyond duplication.

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Some are too busy just trying to carry out policy.

Others think government is too big; they’re not interested in improving it, just in cutting it. Some use government to help their friends and allies.

And some in Congress will be darned if they’ll let a drive for efficiency close a military base or federal office complex in their district.

I’m reminded, though, of a famous quote by Alexander Hamilton: “A government ill-executed, whatever may be the theory, in practice is poor government.�

Our government has

become so big, complex, and riddled with competing agendas that its performance – its ability to execute faithfully the law – is terribly compromised. As NYU Professor Paul Light points out, there are too many decision-makers, too many bases to touch, too many layers of management, too many managers in each layer, and too little accountability.

These are crucial matters to fix. Not only do Americans want to see better performance from their government, but federal executives – including the president

THE READER’S VOICE

‘Noah’ makes a farce out of biblical story SHERYL NOBLE Rock Falls

To Mr. Aranofsky, producer, atheist and “Noah� filmmaker: What an amazing fairy tale you made out of the biblical character, Noah. Those of us who studied ahead of the movie realized that you were not about to make a factual biblical account.

Noah’s sons did all have wives, unlike your story.

Who else would repopulate the earth? Noah’s wife, Emzara, was not given a

name in the movie, or I missed it because of Russell Crowe’s [New Zealand] accent and the British accent of Emma Watson, Shem’s girlfriend.

Imagine our hilarity when Noah’s wife went around swinging incense and herbs to put the animals, birds, etc., to sleep.

Supposedly, the fallen angels became rock formations with spirits inside to help Noah build the ark? I feel they were transformers to bring in the younger movie goers, and reminded me of “The NeverEnding Story.�

Imagine our surprise when twin baby girls were born on the ark in 40

days. Huh? Mr. Aranofsky showed Noah’s rage at people repopulating the race; he thought the new earth would be only animals, insects, birds, and fish of the sea.

My personal opinion is that Mr. Aranofsky meant to demean Christianity and make a farce out of the Bible story of Noah.

tra, “The sky is falling, the sky is falling�? He has been reincarnated in the form of those who today cry, “Manmade global warming.�

If we, for the sake of argument, agree with this theory, many of the experts on their side of the fence proclaim that it’s now too late to reverse the damage, so the case seems hopeless.

However, upon closer inspection, a rush to judgment in a process of this magnitude is absurd, and beyond. As a start, the preponderance of data TIM BRATT being gathered is disDixon proportionate to the size Does anyone remember of the appropriate time Chicken Little and his man- frame being scrutinized.

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“A free press is not some marginal, entertaining adjunct to a free government – it is indispensable to it and an integral part of it.�

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BY ANDREA MILLS amills@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5575

MACHESNEY PARK – The annual Home & Garden Showcase is in its 11th year with a variety of free training and much to look at this weekend.

To step into spring and summer, the showcase features more than 100 businesses with products and services that focus in both outside and inside. Visitors will be able to find out about ponds and waterfalls, landscaping, decks, garden gadgets, and remodeling ideas.

Those with some money in their pockets should set some aside to spend at the live plant sale, which is billed as being at “low show prices.” There is a wide variety to choose from numbering in the 100s.

On Saturday and Sunday, University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners will be on hand to answer questions.

Showgoers can bring in plants for the Master Gardeners to view and answer questions about.

The true gem of the showcase is the clinic. Throughout both days, visitors will be able to pick up helpful hints on an assortment of topics.

Saturday’s schedule is: 10:30 a.m. “Water Gardens For Everyone,” by Natural Water Gardens of Freeport; 11:30 a.m.

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Visitors look over the booths during a previous Home & Garden Showcase. This year’s event is Saturday and Sunday at Forest Hills Lodge in Machesney Park. Parking, clinics, and admission are free.

“Gardening in a Container,”

by Master Gardener Mary Thiesing; 12:30 p.m. “Healthy Gardening and Body Mechanics,” by Master Gardener Connie Austin; 1:30 p.m. “Gardening With Ornamental Grasses,”

by Master Gardener Michelle Cox; 2:30 p.m. “Sustainable

Landscape Techniques,” by Tyler Smith of Tyler’s Landscaping in Rockford; and 3:45 p.m. “Preparing Your Lawn for Spring,” by Andrea Rundblade of Crimson Valley Landscaping in Rockford.

Offered on Sunday are: 10:30 a.m. “Water Gardens For Every-

one;” 11:30 a.m. “Gardening to Attract Birds and Butterflies,”

by Thiesing; 12:30 p.m. “How to Build a Bird Feeder,” by Master Gardener Dave Waller; 1:15 p.m. “Introduction to Miniature Gardening,” by Cox; 2:15 p.m. “Tips to Maintain Container Gardens,” by Master

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AKRON, Ohio – Chances are your lawn is looking a bit bedraggled after this rough winter.

That’s not surprising.

Between brutally cold temperatures and drying winds, turf took a beating this year.

Probably it will come back just fine, but a little TLC can prevent problems, reverse damage and let your lawn green up faster, lawn care experts Melinda Myers and Joe MCT News Service Rimelspach said.

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Prevent snow mold Grass in the shade and other places where snow and ice linger is susceptible to snow mold, a fuzzy, pink or gray fungus that can damage or kill grass, said Myers, a horticulturist, garden writer and radio and TV host whose books include “The Ohio Lawn Guide.”

Snow mold likes moist environments, she said, so it’s a good idea to lightly rake grass in those vulnerable areas to fluff it and allow light and air to penetrate. A leaf rake will work fine, Myers said.

The crowns of the grass plants are still alive, so the grass can come back, said Rimelspach, a turf grass disease specialist at Ohio State University.

But Myers recommended taking action now, before you see signs of fungus.

“Most people notice it when the grass is dead, which is too late,” she said.

Repair damage Snowplows, snowblowers and shovels can do a number on grass, especially along driveways and sidewalks.

Those areas may need to be reseeded or sodded, Rimelspach said. He recommended doing that as soon as possible, as long as the soil isn’t frozen or very muddy. You want to give the new grass as much time as possible to mature before summer

encourage the lawn to green up faster, he said.

“But only one time,” he cautioned. After that first mowing, be sure to move the mower blade back to its higher position and keep it there.

Wait and see

While most turf grass toughed out the winter, grass that was stressed or immature when the severe cold hit might not have survived, Rimelspach and Myers said.

You might find dead grass in areas where the lawn typically struggles, such as shady areas. And if you put in a new lawn late last fall, those seedlings rains that will do the job to feed on. So if you have tall, about 3 or 4 inches. arrives, so it can better may have been too young for you. a lot of surface tunnels, Taller grass has more green to survive the extreme weather the stresses of If the damage is sigconsider it a warning sign leaf area exposed to the high temperatures and cold, Rimelspach said. nificant, those areas may that you may need to sun, where it’s available for dry spells, he explained.

Don’t assume your lawn need to be reseeded or control the vole populathe photosynthesis proSince most pre-emeris dead just because it’s sodded, Rimelspach said. tion to protect your trees cess that provides fuel to gent weed treatments brown, however. Expoand shrubs. keep the plant healthy. Tall sure to bitter temperaalso prevent grass seeds Look for vole signs grass also shades the soil, from germinating, you tures and loss of moisture Roll with care Trails through the grass making it harder for weed need to be careful about from the grass blades may are signs of damage by While rolling the lawn seeds to germinate. applying crabgrass killer have caused the grass voles, which are rodents to level bumps caused by But Rimelspach said the to turn brown, but most if you’re doing a lot of that feed on plants. They’re frost heaving is a practice first mowing of spring repairs, Myers said. She grass plants are alive and often confused with moles, that has fallen out of favor, is the one time you can suggested skipping the will rebound quickly, but voles tend to tunnel Rimelspach said it’s not make an exception. Mow- Rimelspach and Myers crabgrass treatment this along the ground surface harmful if it’s done right. ing lower removes the year or at least avoiding said. in winter, under the snow, The danger is compact- brown material, which newly seeded areas.

“A lot of it is going instead of going deeper ing the soil, so use a light- hinders new growth from to be waiting and seeOr you can use a new weight roller and do the pushing through and acts ing,” Myers said. “... If weed-killer called Tenac- underground.

Myers said you can job just once, he said. You as an insulator to slow ity, Rimelspach said. your lawn was good and repair their damage by don’t want to steamroll the soil’s warming, he The product, made by healthy (before winter), tamping down the raised the lawn or keep packing explained. Cutting the Syngenta, is a selective you probably have nothit down. grass short will probably herbicide that kills certain areas and reseeding, if ing to worry about.” necessary. weeds but not turf grass.

Mow low, Voles aren’t a major Flush burned areas threat to turf grass, she but just once Deicers are hard on said, but their presence in Lawn care experts rougrass. So is dog urine. large numbers could sigtinely advise homeowners The two might not seem nal trouble for the landto keep their grass fairly to have much in comscaping plants they like mon, but both contain salts that can burn grass.

Because the ground was covered with snow so much of the winter, Myers said, many dogs tended to stick with one potty spot.

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Argument may have preceded deadly attack at military base Investigators search gunmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home, question his wife FORT HOOD, Texas (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The soldier who killed three people at Fort Hood may have argued with another service member prior to the attack, and investigators believe his unstable mental health contributed to the rampage, authorities said Thursday.

The baseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s senior officer, Lt. Gen. Mark Milley, said there is a â&#x20AC;&#x153;strong possibilityâ&#x20AC;? that Spc. Ivan Lopez had a â&#x20AC;&#x153;verbal altercationâ&#x20AC;? with another soldier or soldiers immediately before Wednesdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s shooting, which unfolded on the same Army post that was the scene of an infamous 2009 mass shooting.

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Nachusa, 284-4152, Brant Clements, Pastor Sunday Service 10:00 a.m.

FAITH DISCOVERY CHURCH

801 W. Oregon St., Polo, 815-946-3588 Jeremy Heller, Pastor Sunday School 9:00 am Worship Service 10:00 am, Nursery Available Non-denominational Christian Church Visitors Welcome

ST. PATRICKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CATHOLIC

612 S. Highland, Dixon, 284-7719 Father Bernard Sehr Confessions 3 p.m., Sat. Mass 4:30 p.m.

Sun. Mass 8:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 6:00pm

ST. FLANNEN CATHOLIC

2nd & Shelhammer, Harmon, 857-2315 Msgr. Thomas Bales, Priest Sunday 9:00am Worship Weekdays as Scheduled

ST. MARY CATHOLIC

Walton Road, Walton, 857-3891 Msgr. Thomas Bales, Priest Saturday 6:00pm Worship, Weekdays as Scheduled

SAINT PATRICK CATHOLIC

Rt. 1, Maytown Rd., Maytown Rev. Joel Lopez, Priest Saturday, 6:00 p.m.

Weekdays as Scheduled

CROSSROADS COMMUNITY CHURCH White Pines Campus

Meeting Saturdays @ 6PM and Sundays @ 10AM 205 N. Jefferson Avenue, Polo ~ 815.837.5255 whitepines@crossroadscn.com Campus Pastor ~ Chad Keeteman x 302 Youth Pastor ~ Jose Garcia x 303 Contemporary worship & relevant Bible teaching Join us after services for coffee, snacks & fellowship Kidzlink Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ministry (nursery-5th grade) ~ during adult services Crave Youth Group (6th-12th grade) ~ Wednesday nights 7PM www.crossroadscn.com

MENDOTA CHURCH OF THE NAZERENE

1209 Sixth Street, Mendota, 539-6232 www.mendotanaz.org Rev. Dick Schaill, Senior Pastor John Robinson, Worship Leader Sunday School 9:30-10:30 (all ages) Sunday Morning Worship 10:45-12:00 Soul Fire Prayer Meeting 7:00pm Tuesday Bible Study 7:00pm Wednesday Praise/Worship Practice 7:30pm Friday

ST. PATRICKS OF AMBOY

32 N. Jones, Amboy, IL Msgr. Thomas Bales, Priest Saturday Evenings 4:30 p.m.

Sunday 7:30 a.m. & 10:30a.m.

ST. ANNEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CATHOLIC

1104 N. Brinton Ave., Dixon, 288-3131 Father Antoni Kretoroicz, Priest Confessions Sat. 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Mass Saturday 5:00 p.m., Sunday Service 8:30, 10:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

RIVER VALLEY CHURCH

417 E. 3rd Street., Sterling, 626-2577 Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

Visitors Welcome.

FAITH FELLOWSHIP GENERAL BAPTIST

725 N. Brinton, Dixon, 288-5091 Rev. Kenneth Hendley, 288-3689 Worship 10:00 a.m., Sunday Evening 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 pm.

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST)

123 S. Hennepin, Dixon, 288-1222 Pastor Lynn Bond Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m.

Coffee Fellowship 10:30 a.m.

CHRISTIAN SCIENCE SOCIETY

321 W. 2nd St., Dixon, 288-4719 Sunday School 9:30 a.m., Service 11 a.m.

Service every third Wednesday 7:30 p.m.

PINE CREEK CHRISTIAN CHURCH

Pastor Gregg Downs Penn Corner on Lowell Park Rd., Polo, 946-3949 Sun. School 9:30, Worship 10:30

THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS

2709 16th Ave., Sterling, 625-1229 William F. Stocks, Bishop Sacrament Meeting 9:30 a.m.

Sunday School: 10:45 a.m.

Primary for children: 10:45 Priesthood, Relief Society & Young Women: 11:45

LINCOLN AVENUE CHURCH OF GOD

704 Lincoln Ave., Dixon, 288-1142 Pastor Mike Worrel Check us out on facebook Wednesday: 6:30-8:00pm Jump childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ministry & Fushion youth ministry Prayer 6:30pm, 7:00-8:00pm adult bible study Sunday: 9:30 S.S. for children and adults 10:30 worship & childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s church

CHRIST OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH

Missouri Synod, 284-4554, 2035 IL Rt. 26, Dixon Pastor David Andermann, Worship 9 a.m.

Sunday School and Education Hour 10:15 a.m.

MENDOTA FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

900 Monroe Street, Mendota 815-539-6232 Pastor Timothy Kaiser Sunday School 9:30 a.m. all ages Sunday Morning Worship 10:00 a.m.

Bible Study Saturday 1:00 p.m.

TURNING POINT COMMUNITY CHURCH

944 Stony Point Rd., Dixon, 288-2625 Don Beasley, Pastor Sunday Celebration of Worship 10:00 a.m.

Wed. Christian Education 6:30 p.m.

GRACE FELLOWSHIP

2128 IL Route 38, Ashton, 815-453-7464 Pastor Jeremy Horton Sunday Worship Service 9 a.m.

37 S. East Avenue, Amboy (farm bureau building) Pastor Brian McWethy Sunday Worship Service 10:15 a.m. www.graceisforyou.com

SAUK VALLEY ISLAMIC CENTER

202 E. Fellow St., Dixon -815.284.4868 Friday Prayer 12:15-1 pm Open to Public ~ All Denominations.

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF FRANKLIN GROVE

106 S. Walnut, Franklin Grove 815-456-2432 Pastor Jack M. Briggs Worship at 9:00am

ROCK RIVER BAPTIST

614 Orchard St., Dixon

815-677-7566

GRACE EPISCOPAL CHURCH

707 1st Ave., Sterling, 815-625-0442 Reverend Peg Williams, Rector 9:00a.m. Sunday Holy Eucharist Wednesdays spoken Holy Eucharist Noon, Bible study and soup supper at 5:30.

Every Third Friday at 5:30 Younger adults gathering. Pastoral care, confession and reconciliation by appt. gracechurchstg.org

ST. LUKEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S EPISCOPAL

Corner of 3rd St. & Peoria Ave., Dixon Ph: 815-288-2151 Web page: stlukedixon.org Rev. Richard Frontjes, Rector SUNDAY Sunday School 10 a.m.

Choral Eucharist 10:15 a.m., followed by Coffee and Fellowship WEDNESDAY Healing Mass: 10 a.m.

Please check our website and Facebook page for additional services

BETHEL EVANGELICAL CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH

131 N. Court, Dixon, 284-3849 Randy Sizemore, Pastor Sun. School 9:15 a.m., Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH OF AMBOY

960 Rt. 52, Amboy, 857-2225 Pastor Carol Soderholm Sunday Worship 9:00, Fellowship 10:00 am Sunday School 9:40 - 10:15

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH

1013 Franklin Grove Rd., Dixon, 284-2804 Reverend Frank Langholf Saturday 5:30 p.m.Worship, Sunday 8:00 a.m. Traditional Worship, 9:15 a.m. Education and Fellowship, 10:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship Web Site: www.immanueldixon.org Bright Beginnings Daycare & Preschool 285-1033

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN

421 S. Peoria Ave., Dixon, 288-2757 Pastor Janet Wittenmeyer Sat. 5:30pm Traditional Service Sun. 8:15am Traditional Service 9:30am Sunday School/Bible Study 11:00am Praise Service Wed. 9:00am Quilting, 5:45pm Bell Choir, 7:00pm Chancel Choir, 7:00 Praise Band Nursery available. Visitors welcome. www.stpauldixon.org

EAST GROVE UNION CHURCH

EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH

102 S. Seminary St., Mt. Morris, 734-4942 Sunday School All Ages 8:30 a.m., Inner-Mission Fellowship Time 9:30 a.m., Worship service 10:00am, with nursery

ST. JAMES EVANGELICAL CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH

U.S. 52 & Red Brick Rd., Dixon, 288-2447, John H. Ewing, Jr., Pastor Sun. School 9:45, Sun. Worship 10:45 a.m.

Ladies Bible Study Wednesday 9:00 a.m.

FOURSQUARE GOSPEL CHURCH

N. Galena & E. Morgan, Dixon, 288-1778 Gary Wilson, Pastor Worship 10:15 a.m.

Wednesday Night 6:30 p.m.

COWBOY CHURCH ON THE ROCK

402 Gaston St., Prairieville Sunday worship service 10:30 a.m.

Food fellowship every Friday at 6 p.m.

Handicapped accessible - everyone welcome.

Contact Richard Vanauseoll 815-718-2128

ST. BRIDEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

All are welcome Fr. Robert Francis Cristobal, Priest-In-Charge Sunday Schedule: 8 AM Holy Communion 9 AM Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sunday School 10 AM Holy Communion with Music Fellowship and Coffee after the 10 AM service Contact information: 1000 IL Route 64 W, Oregon 815-732-7211 saintbrides@verizon.net www.saintbrides.org

FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH

14206 E. Flagg Rd., Rochelle, 815-562-7575 Sunday Worship 8am & 10:30am Youth Sunday School 9:15 am Adult Sunday School Classes 9:15am Choir Wednesday at 7:00pm Jr. High Ministries Wednesday 7:00pm E-mail: faithlc@rochelle.net

FAITH UNITED METHODIST

702 E. Dixon Street, Polo, 815-946-3212 Rev. Derek Rogers, Pastor Sunday School for all ages at 9:00 am Sunday Morning Worship at 10:00 am All are welcome to our multi-generational congregation. Nursery service provided during the service. Handicapped accessible.

SAUK VALLEY COMMUNITY CHURCH

498 IL. Rte. 2, Dixon, 288-7000 Sunday Worship 10 a.m., nursery provided.

Sunday evening Comminity Talk, 2 groups at 6pm, nursery provided. Check website calendar for dates.

Tuesday evening praise and prayer 6 p.m. www.saukchurch.com

NEW LIFE LUTHERAN

702 W. Lynn Blvd., Sterling 815-499-6552 Pastor Bill Sullivan Saturday Evening Service 6:00pm Sunday Traditional Service 8:30am Sunday Contemporary Service 10:45am Sunday School 9:45am

449 E. Reuter Rd., Amboy 376-6661 One mile east of Route 26 Pastor Rick Wulf 440-5321 Sunday Morning Service 9:00 am Sunday School 10:30 am Other services and activities announced.

Please join us.

SUBLETTE UNION CHURCH

500 W. Main St., Sublette, 849-5914 Pastor Kris Johnson Sunday Worship Service 9:00 am Kidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Klub Wednesday 6:30-7:30 pm

ASHTON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

906 Richardson Ave., Ashton, 453-2328 Pastor Sang-Hun Han Sunday School 9am, Sunday Worship 10am

CHANA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

606 Main Street, Chana Pastor Javier Martinez chanaumc@gmail.com Sunday: Adult & Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Education 9 am Worship Service 10:30 am +RO\ &RPPXQLRQ FHOHEUDWHG WKH Ă&#x20AC;UVW Sunday of each month.

Open Hearts - Open Minds - Open Doors.

FIRST UNITED METHODIST

202 S. Peoria Ave., Dixon, 284-2849 Mike Jones, Pastor Saturday Worship 5:00 pm Chapel Sunday Services 10:00 am in Sanctuary Sunday 9:40 am Powerhouse Kids www.fumcdixon.org

FRANKLIN GROVE UNITED METHODIST

203 W. Middle St., Franklin Grove, 456-2456 Jin Ho Hong, Pastor Worship 10:15 a.m.; 1st Sunday of each month - ASL Sign interpreter for the hearing impaired

CHURCH OF ST. MARY CATHOLIC

211 N. Franklin Avenue - Polo Rectory phone: (815) 946-2535 Rev. Louis F. Tosto, Parochial Administrator Regular Mass Schedule: Tuesday through Friday: 8:00 a.m.

Saturday: 5:30 p.m.

Sunday: 7:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m.

On First Fridays, Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Benediction follows morning Mass.

Confessions 4:30pm Saturday

REYNOLDS UNITED METHODIST

2496 Reynolds Rd, Ashton - 815-453-2513 Rev. Alan Meyer, Pastor - 815-453-7480 Sunday School - All ages - 9:00am Sunday Worship - 10:00am - Nursery provided Wednesday Bible Study - 7:00pm Handicapped Accessible

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

1140 Inlet Rd., Lee Center 815-456-2432 Pastor Jack M. Briggs Worship at 10:30am

HARMON UNITED METHODIST

202 North Grove Street, Harmon, 359-7302 Pastor Leanne Keate Worship 8:30 a.m.

Junior Church for ages 12 and under during morning worship.

LIGHTHOUSE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

4938 S. Daysville Road, Oregon, 732-7264 Xavier Martinez, Pastor Sunday School: 9 a.m. Kindergarten -6th Sunday Morning Worship: 9:00 a.m.

The church is handicapped accessible.Visitors and newcomers are always welcome.

LOST LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE

90 W. Flagg Road, Dixon - 815-626-4732 (corner of Lowden and Flagg Road) Pastor: Bob Clardie Sunday School 9:00 am Sunday Weekly Service 10:00 am Fellowship 11:00 am

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN

110 E. 3rd St., Dixon, 284-7741 Rev. Dr. David Spaulding Worship 9:30 a.m.

Church School, Adult Forum and Study Groups Follow Service

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

Chicago and Flagg Streets, Paw Paw, 5HY 'U $QQH +RĂ HQ 3DVWRU Worship: 11:00 a.m.

Christian Education: 10:00 a.m.

THE WORSHIP CENTER

403 N. Ottawa, Dixon, 284-1340 Pastor, Michael Cole Sunday Worship 11 a.m.

Wednesday Service 6:45 pm Non-Denominational www.worshipctr.org

GRACE UNITED METHODIST

921 E. Chamberlin, Dixon, 288-1505 Pastor Marilyn Nolan Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m.

WoW Worship Wednesday 5:30 p.m.

Sun. School 10:45-11:30 a.m.

GREATER LIFE TABERNACLE

1403 Hemlock, Dixon, Steve Young, Pastor 815-284-8680 Bible Study, Thursday 7:00 p.m., Sunday Praise & Worship 10:00 a.m., Sunday Home Groups CALL

LIVING WELL CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE

113 E. 1st Street, Dixon Rev. John Trotter, Pastor 815-973-5981 Small Groups 9:30-9:55 am Fellowship Cafe 10:00-10:30 am Adult & Children Worship 10:30 am www.livingwellchurch.org

HOPE BIBLE FELLOWSHIP

732 N. Brinton Ave., Dixon, IL www.hopebiblefellowship.com Senior Pastor Joshua Shaw Associate Pastor Nathan Meeks Worship Service Sundays at 9:30 am Grow Groups at 10:45 am Evening Sunday Service 6:30 pm

UNITED FIRST CHURCH

326 E. Main Street, Amboy, IL 815-857-2415 Pastor: Charles Jeanblanc Sunday Services 9 am - 10 am Bible study following services 10:15 - 11:15

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH LCMC Congregation

107 W. Lahman Street, Franklin Grove 815-456-2457 or 815-440-6590 Pastor Myron Bartell Worship at 8:30 a.m. Sundays Sunday School at 9:45 a.m.

Bible Study Thursdays at 7:00 p.m.

SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST

416 Prospect St., Dixon Pastor Trudy Dunn Saturday Sabbath School 10:00am Worship Service 11:30am

KINGDOM HALL OF JEHOVAHâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S WITNESSES

634 Countryside Lane, Dixon, 288-4019

MESSIAH LUTHERAN CHURCH

LeFevre Rd. & Ave. F, Sterling 625-2284 Rev. Patrick Pinion SundayWorship 9am Sunday School & Bible Class 10:15am Live broadcast on WLLT 107.7FM on Sunday

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â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;We will not give upâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; search Nearly 4 weeks later, no trace has been found PERTH, Australia (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Leaders of the two countries heading multinational efforts to solve the mystery of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 pledged Thursday that no effort would be spared to give the families of those on board the answers they need.

Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak flew to Australia for briefings on the search for the missing plane and talks with his Australian counterpart, Tony Abbott, whose country is overseeing the hunt in a huge and remote patch of the Indian Ocean. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is a very difficult search â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the most difficult in human history.

But as far as Australia is concerned, we are throwing everything we have at it,â&#x20AC;? Abbott said in a media appearance with Najib.

No trace of the Boeing 777 has been found nearly four weeks after it vanished in the early hours of March 8 on a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing with 239 people on board.

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Relatives of Chinese passengers onboard the Malaysia Airlines MH370 stand near messages of well wishes pasted onto the wall in a prayer room Thursday in Beijing. No trace of the Boeing 777 has been found nearly a month after it vanished in the early hours of March 8 on a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing with 239 people on board. southwest corner where investigators believe the plane may have ended up after unknown events occurred on board.

Najib, whose government has been harshly criticized by some victimsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; families for giving sometimes conflicting information about the flight and for the slow pace of the investigation, said everyone involved in the search is thinking of the families of victims who are waiting desperately for news. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I know that until we find the plane, many families cannot start to grieve,â&#x20AC;? Najib said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I

cannot imagine what they are going through.

But I can promise them that we will not give up. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We want to provide comfort to the families and we will not rest until answers are indeed found. In due time, we will provide a closure for this event,â&#x20AC;? he said.

Najib met with Abbott at the Australian base near Perth that is serving as the hub for the multinational search effort. They were briefed

by Angus Houston, the head of a joint agency overseeing the search.

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On Wednesday, officials warned the investigation may never fully answer why the airliner disappeared. A dearth of information has plagued investigators from the moment the planeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s transponders, which make the plane visible to commercial radar, were shut off.

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Republicans, backed by the Chamber of Commerce and other business groups, said the change would restore the traditional definition of full-time work while providing needed relief to businesses that are struggling with increased costs from the health care law. Businesses say they are being forced to cut worker hours, limit full-time jobs and drop health coverage because of the law, which requires businesses with 50

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Newman’s Micah Trancoso runs in the 800-meter relay after receiving the baton from Nolan McGinn (left) at the Rosenberry Classic on Tuesday at Westwood. The Comets won the 1A team title in 2013, and now they know it will be a challenge to repeat that accomplishment in 2014.

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CHICAGO – The celebration for Wrigley Field’s 100th anniversary begins with a visit from an old friend.

Ryne Sandberg brings his Philadelphia Phillies to Chicago to take on the Cubs today in the first game of the season at the iconic ballpark. It’s Sandberg’s second trip to his old stomping grounds since he became Philadelphia’s manager last August.

“Wrigley Field’s a special place to me and my career, so going back there, and to go back in this capacity, I’m very anxious and excited about that,” Sandberg said.

Sandberg broke into the majors with Philadelphia in 1981, and got his first major league hit at Wrigley. It was the first of many at the Cubs’ longtime home.

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ran a leg in the 800 relay. “We lost some key seniors, and that means we have a lot of new guys ready to step up Last spring was a track season to and show what they can do.” remember for the Newman Comets.

The loss of Nick Rude and Maison The finish was most memorable, as Bittner loom the largest. Rude was part the Comets added a boys track state of both state champion relays, and championship trophy to all the other added a third-place finish in the 100 titles in the school’s illustrious athletic and a sixth in the 200. Bittner ran on all history. three of the medalist relays, and added a But with three-fourths of both the seventh-place finish in the 100. state champion 400 relay team and the Also take away Tyler Rockwood, who third-place 1,600 relay team having was on two of the three relays, and graduated, and half of the state-best 800 Alex DeForest, who took part in the relay quartet gone, there might not be as 1,600 relay and was a state qualifier in much pressure on Newman’s returning the 800, and it would seem there may athletes as one would normally imagine be too many holes to fill to repeat as coming off a state title season. state champs.

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Ryne Sandberg manned second base for the Cubs for 15 seasons. Now, he is the manager of the Phillies, who come to Wrigley Field today in the home opener that kicks off the 100th season at the ballpark.

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Nothing funny about it Maturing Kaminsky helps Wisconsin to Final Four

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Wisconsin’s Frank Kaminsky reacts after making a 3-pointer against Arizona in the regional final victory Saturday. Kaminsky has been the Badgers go-to guy in the tournament.

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ARLINGTON, Texas – Frank Kaminsky took offense to the question: No he is not funnier this year!

“I think I’m a little more mature this year, thank you very much,” the Wisconsin big man said with a straight face this week.

A little goofy around his teammates, Kaminsky has been all business on the court in leading the Badgers’ charge to the Final Four. The 7-footer had 28 points and 11 rebounds in the 64-63 victory over Arizona in the regional finals, a breakout performance for one of the most improved players

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in the Big Ten. Wisconsin (30-7) started practicing Thursday at the behemoth that is AT&T Stadium – home of the NFL’s Dallas Cowboys – to prepare for Saturday night’s

national semifinal against Kentucky (28-10). For all the talk about Wisconsin’s trademark discipline and toughness, Kaminsky and his teammates seem to be a pretty loose bunch.

As the Badgers walked past the AP Player of the Year award that was to be presented to Creighton’s Doug McDermott, the players couldn’t help but remark about the size of the golden trophy.

As the team was driven to the stadium, another Badger remarked on the bus the players were indeed finally on the road to the Final Four.

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Story of a life Golf Channel ready to debut Palmer documentary ORLANDO, Fla. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Arnold Palmer watched a sneak preview of a movie that about made him cry.

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Golf Channel has spent more than a year producing what might be the most important project in its 20-year history â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a three-part documentary on golfâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most endearing figure. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Arnieâ&#x20AC;? will be shown on three consecutive nights beginning April 13, the night after the final round of the Masters.

Emmy Award-winning producer Israel DeHerrera was still putting the finishing touch on the documentary this week, an exhausting process after spending a year traveling with Palmer and collecting so many stories and interviews that even 3 hours were not enough to squeeze them all in.

Palmer already has seen excerpts, some of which were shown during the Arnold Palmer Invitational. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been watching a little of it recently, and of course, I have some very emotional thoughts about it,â&#x20AC;? Palmer said Thursday during a conference call. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I had to get the Kleenex out when I was watching it. It brought me back of my world of so many years ago. I really canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even think about it. It made me think and get pretty emotional.â&#x20AC;?

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Arnold Palmer gestures as he talks to Matt Every, after Every won the Arnold Palmer Invitational on March 23 in Orlando, Fla. Golf Channel will run a three-part documentary on Palmer starting the night after the final round of the Masters. fitting. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what got his project started.

A few days after Mike McCarley was appointed president of Golf Channel, he received a handwritten letter from Palmer, with that famous signature at the bottom.

He did some research before meeting The King for lunch a few weeks later and was struck by how many lives Palmer has touched. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s this wonderful history of him writing letters to PGA Tour players, who may win an event, or fans who ask for something,â&#x20AC;? McCarley said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just a very genuine â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;treat people the way you would like to be treatedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; aspect to the way heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

lived his entire life. And thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really where it started.â&#x20AC;?

The documentary is split into three sections.

The first part, to be shown on Sunday night after the final round of the Masters, is called, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Arnie and his Army.â&#x20AC;? The second part is â&#x20AC;&#x153;Arnie and his Majors.â&#x20AC;? The third part is â&#x20AC;&#x153;Arnie and his Legacy,â&#x20AC;? which shows his influence on pop culture.

The last part includes clips that show the charm and allure. One shows him posing at age 17 with Hollywood starlet Esther Williams. Another shows Palmer last year with supermodel Kate Upton when he was 83.

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t tread on tire treads NASCAR putting tire issues on driversâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; shoulders

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Goodyear officials discuss tires at the Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth, Texas on Thursday. NASCAR will not regulate tire pressures at Texas Motor Speedway, and if drivers have tire failures during races, officials believe they wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be able to blame Goodyear. recommended by the manufacturer.

With a handful of drivers predicting similar problems this weekend at Texas, NASCAR vice president of competition Robin Pemberton said each team controls its own fate.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;We want to be open enough to give the teams opportunity to adjust and have different setups out there and be more aggressive or less aggressive whenever they see fit,â&#x20AC;? Pemberton said Thursday. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We want the teams to be able to push

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That basically is what some of them tried to do at California.â&#x20AC;?

Goodyear each week presents teams minimum pounds per square inch pressure recommendations based on both testing and data from previous tires.

The manufacturer will use for the first time this season the multizone tread tire, which combines two distinct rubber compounds on the same right-side tire.

The compound used on the outside 10 inches of the tread is designed for traction, and the compound on the inside two inches is designed for durability.

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can sometimes display on the court â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Ryan has described him as being in â&#x20AC;&#x153;Frankâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s world.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;So I think our guys â&#x20AC;&#x153;He might look at you are loose enough, they like, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Coach, do you understand itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s another know what youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re talktwo-game tournament,â&#x20AC;? ing about?â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not a sarcoach Bo Ryan said castic look. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just, have Thursday. you looked at Frank?â&#x20AC;?

It is a crew led by vetRyan said a couple erans that like to have weeks ago. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sometimes fun off the floor. Some he has a face that looks of the attitude comes like he really is somefrom Kaminsky, who where else, but heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not. doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t seem quite So Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve learned not to taken with the media interpret it that way.â&#x20AC;? spotlight that comes Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good listener with success. Instead, and hard worker, Ryan he is in his element, jok- said. The results are ing around with teampaying off â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Kaminskyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mates despite the high scoring average of 14.1 stakes of the next game. points is nearly 10 more Then there is a sleepy- than a year ago when eyed look that Kaminsky he came off the bench.

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FORT WORTH, Texas â&#x20AC;&#x201C; NASCAR will not regulate tire pressures at Texas Motor Speedway, and if drivers have tire failures during Sundayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s race, officials believe they wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be able to blame Goodyear.

Hoping to give more control over setups and strategy to race teams, NASCAR is refusing to get involved in monitoring whether teams choose to follow recommendations set each week by Goodyear.

There were multiple tire issues at California 2 weeks ago, and many drivers tried to blame the product Goodyear brought to the track.

NASCAR insisted the issues were self-inflicted, and a product of teams going far beyond the air pressure limits

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He is not particularly physically imposing, though he is deceptively athletic.

Defend Kaminsky with a big, and heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll maneuver around for a drive to the bucket or step back for a mid-range jumper. Go small on Kaminsky and heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll post up. Give him room on the perimeter, and heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll shoot the 3.

Kaminsky also had to deal with getting poked in the eye last year at midseason, an injury that then forced him to wear goggles. This year started with the confidence that he was the man in the middle on a team light on big men.

A glimpse of what was to come came

in November, when Kaminsky scored a school-record 43 points in a 103-85 victory over North Dakota.

The season comes to an end with Kaminsky on a roll, averaging 18.5 points and 6 rebounds in the tournament, while shooting 54 percent. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But the No. 1 thing, I think heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more mature from the standpoint of he understands patience, and he understands that he can get hit and things are going to be OK,â&#x20AC;? associate head coach Greg Gard said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And now he likes to be physical in there, on both ends of the floor.â&#x20AC;?

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LOCAL SPORTS

ROUNDUP

Canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t catch Jones Senior pitches, hits Thunder to victory "Y 36- 3PORTS 3TAFF

Trevor Jones and Marshall Benters combined on a five-hitter, leading the West Carroll Thunder to a 3-1 victory over River Ridge on Thursday afternoon in Thomson.

Jones (1-1) struck out nine and walked five in 4 1/3 innings, allowing two hits. Benters struck out six without a walk over the final 2 2/3 innings.

Jones also went 2-for2 at the plate, and Matt Dyson was 3-for-4 for the Thunder (4-5, 1-3 NUIC West).

Galena 7, Eastland 5:

Thursdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stars Abby Maike 7# SOFTBALL FOR SOLO (2

2")S Paige Gallentine, %ASTLAND SOFTBALL

HITS 2")S Trevor Jones, WC BASEBALL +S IN )0 FOR AT THE PLATE blasted a three-run home run, and the Thunder put away a close NUIC battle with a seven-run sixth inning in Thomson.

Maike had a solo homer and two RBIs, while Cassidy Rice and Rachel Dykstra each drove in a pair of runs for West Carroll (3-5, 2-1). Rice went the distance in the circle to move to 3-2 on the year.

Kelley Koester led SMRR (0-4, 0-2) with three hits and three RBIs.

The Cougars couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t overcome a 5-0 deficit after the first inning in an NUIC West loss on the road.

Jacob Reuscher had two hits and an RBI for Eastland, while Devin Hartman drove in two runs.

Austin Weaver added an RBI, and Ramsay Truckenmiller took the loss on Eastland 30, Galena 0, the mound.

5 inn.: Bubby Doubler and Makenzie Fink comSoftball bined on a no-hitter as West Carroll 13, Scales the Cougars rolled to an Mound-River Ridge 6: NUIC rout on the road.

Abby Maike went 5-forSeven different play5, Brianna Kampmeier ers had at least two hits

Trevor Jones West Carroll senior

Abby Maike West Carroll senior

for Eastland (2-1, 2-0), which rapped out 19 as a team and exploded for a 15-run second inning.

Paige Gallentine had four hits and four RBIs, Sammy Sohl and Drew Preston also drove in four runs each, and Preston and Tina Patzner had three hits apiece.

College tennis

DuPage 6, Sauk Valley 3: Jonathan Downing

earned the Skyhawksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; lone win in a competed match, pulling off a 6-1, 6-1 victory at No. 5 singles in a meet moved indoors to Westwood Sports Complex in Sterling.

Victor Renteria earned a forfeit at No. 6 singles, then he and Troy Miller won by forfeit at No. 2 doubles for Sauk (0-3).

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Newmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Quincy Coomes run the mile during the Rosenberry Classic on Tuesday. While sprints were the strength of last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 1A state championship team, Newman has good depth and talent in the distance events this spring to help make up for losses to graduation.

Repeat will be tough for Comets HISTORY

CONTINUED FROM B1

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not looking to an individual or two to replace all that talent and leadership we lost,â&#x20AC;? said sophomore Brady Rude, Nickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s brother and a member of all three medaling relay teams. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to come down to all of us trying to improve, helping the team whenever and wherever we can.â&#x20AC;?

Those losses show up mainly on the depth chart. Andy Accardi, entering his 21st season as the Cometsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; head coach, says that the plethora of sprinters has been whittled down, and knows Newman is going to have to rely heavily on some young, less-experienced athletes.

But what the Comets lack in depth and experience in places, they make up for with a deep reserve of distance runners and field event talent. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have a good core of kids back, and I think things will even out,â&#x20AC;?

Accardi said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These kids have a lot of faith in each

other, a lot of trust and belief. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not really that feeling of trying to live up to last year, having that pressure hanging over their heads; itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more of an excitement to build on it, using it as an example to strive toward. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Winning state isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t on my mind â&#x20AC;&#x201C; it wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t really last year, either â&#x20AC;&#x201C; but these guys know what it takes to get down to state, and we want to keep that goal of getting as many kids down there as possible and have them do well individually. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find out what happens when we get there.â&#x20AC;?

The key, according to Accardi, is the standard Newman goal of focusing in the small things and watching them add up. Instead of worrying about whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s waiting 2 months down the road, he has the kids put on blinders and just focus on the task at hand.

For their part, the kids have bought in â&#x20AC;Ś and say track is an easier sport to do that with than others. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You have to be patient, keep working

hard, and just concentrate on every event, every practice, every meet,â&#x20AC;? McGinn said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s different than other sports, where you maybe have fewer games or events and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easier to take in the big picture. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our conference is tough, and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to see good competition and get pushed every time out there. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s only going to help us in the end.â&#x20AC;?

And with third-place state finisher ErieProphetstown and fourth-placer Oregon also in the area â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and bringing back loaded teams once again â&#x20AC;&#x201C; some of the attention may wander away from the Comets.

Could it be they might actually be able to fly under the radar a bit thanks to their heavy losses to graduation? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Because of what we lost, no one is really expecting as much out of us, so thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s less pressure on us,â&#x20AC;? Brady Rude said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to give us the chance to maybe surprise some people â&#x20AC;Ś and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking forward to it.â&#x20AC;?

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SVM SCOUTS THREE RIVERS NORTH BOYS TRACK Amboy Clippers

Fulton Steamers

Coach: Jeramey Wittenauer (7th season) 2013: Seventh at 17-team 1A Oregon Sectional Roster "EN (OSTO SR DISTANCE 3KYLAR 7HEELER SR DISTANCE ,UKE "ECKER JR DISTANCE *ASON "ENHOFF JR THROWS .ICK "ICKETT JR DISTANCE "RAEDON "ONNELL JR DISTANCE *EFFRY $E,ONG JR SPRINTS !USTIN (ENKEL JR SPRINTS +YLE +EMMERER JR THROWS .ATE +ING JR SPRINTS 3AM +LEIN JR DISTANCE 'RIFFEN +OZEAL JR SPRINTS ,EVI -C#OY JR SPRINTS ,IAM /HLENDORF JR SPRINTS #OLTON 0OHL JR THROWS :ACK "ECKER SO DISTANCE 2OMEO "LACKBURN SO DISTANCE +OTY #ONDERMAN SO HURDLES *OSH 'ROSS SO SPRINTS )AIN (OY SO THROWS 0AUL -EYER SO DISTANCE "RIAN 7ITTENAUER SO THROWS !LAN 3TAMBERGER SO DISTANCE #LAY 3TUEPFERT SO THROWS -ATT &AWKES FR DISTANCE +YLE 'ASCOIGNE FR THROWS 2OBBY 'OATCHER FR SPRINTS *OSEPH 0ATRICK FR SPRINTS #OLE 3TEWART FR THROWS 4ROY 7EBER FR THROWS Outlook: 4HE #LIPPERS STRENGTH WILL BE THEIR DISTANCE AND MIDDLE DISTANCE EVENTS WITH SOME THROWERS READY TO MAKE THEIR MARKS 4HE SMALL SENIOR CLASS IS JOINED BY A STRONG GROUP OF JUNIORS

WHICH SHOULD PROVIDE PLENTY OF LEADERSHIP FOR THE YOUNGER ATHLETES

Coach: Mike Ankrom (2nd season) 2013: .INTH AT TEAM ! "UREAU 6ALLEY Sectional Roster 7ESTON $IXON SR DISTANCE "RYCE (OLESINGER SR HURDLES JUMPS $EVIN +UEHL SR SPRINTS !USTIN 2EGENWETHER SR THROWS )SSAC 3CHMIDT SR SPRINTS 3ETH "ROWN JR DISTANCE 4HOMAS (AND JR SPRINTS 3HAWN (INTZ JR SPRINTS JUMPS "REVIN -ASON JR DISTANCE +YLE -ATHEWS JR SPRINTS JUMPS *ASON /SBORNE JR SPRINTS *USTIN 3HAFFER JR THROWS !ARON !BBOTT SO DISTANCE +YLE !LSTEAD SO DISTANCE *EFF "ANKER SO THROWS 4ANNER "RAINERD SO DISTANCE 2YAN $AIL SO JUMPS -ICHAEL $IXON SO JUMPS 2ODNEY 'OSSARD SO SPRINT JUMPS 3TORM (OOVER SO THROWS 3AM ,ENZ SO SPRINTS +EGAN .ORTH SO THROWS (OBS 7INTER SO DISTANCE *ACOB (ARTMAN FR DISTANCE +YLE -C,UCKIE FR THROWS 3AM .ORMAN FR DISTANCE *ACOB 3CHMIDT FR DISTANCE !KIF :ENDELI FR THROWS Outlook: "RYCE (OLESINGER WAS THE 3TEAMERS LONE STATE QUALIFIER LAST YEAR

BUT THE HURDLER HOPES TO HAVE SOME COMPANY IN #HARLESTON NEXT MONTH #OACH !NKROM LIKES WHAT HE S SEEING FROM &ULTON S SPRINT RELAY TEAMS AND IS EXCITED ABOUT UP AND COMERS IN THE DISTANCE MIDDLE DISTANCE AND TRIPLE JUMP EVENTS

Bureau Valley Storm

Morrison Mustangs

Coach: *EFF /HLSON ST SEASON 2013: &OURTH AT TEAM ! "UREAU Valley Sectional Roster *EREMIAH "LACKERT SR SPRINTS JUMPS *USTIN "UCKMAN SR THROWS +ODY #HURCH SR DISTANCE +ANE %ASTWOOD SR MID DIS SPRINTS *OE &ISHER SR SPRINTS !NDREW *ACOBS SR THROWS 4HOMAS *ARIGESE SR SPRINTS #OLTON 0ETERSON SR MID DISTANCE 4UCKER 3CHOFF SR HURDLES SPRINTS !USTIN 3EITTER SR THROWS !NDREW 3MITH SR DISTANCE 2YAN 4AYLOR SR MID DISTANCE $ANIEL 4RONE SR MID DISTANCE %VAN &RANK JR MID DISTANCE 4YLER 'ONIGAM JR THROWS #HARLIE ,OTSPEICH JR DISTANCE +EEGAN -OONEY JR THROWS #HASE 0IERCE JR THROWS 4REY $ALE SO JUMPS SPRINTS 7ILL +ONNECK SO SPRINTS 9ULIAN /SORIO SO MID DISTANCE !LEX #ADY FR SPRINTS -ICHAEL %ASTWOOD FR SPRINTS !LEX %LMORE FR SPRINTS ,EE %SHELMAN FR THROWS .ICHOLAS 'LUBCZYNSKI FR SPRINTS #OLE +AISER FR DISTANCE (UNTER ,EWIS FR MID DISTANCE (UNTER 3CHOFF FR HURDLES SPRINTS Outlook: The Storm lost three-time STATE MEDALIST ,OGAN (OFFERT BUT HAVE A STRONG STABLE OF TALENTED AND EXPERIENCED ATHLETES TO FILL ANY VOID LEFT BEHIND $ISTANCE AND MIDDLE DISTANCE WILL BE A STRENGTH AND "6 ALSO HAS QUITE A BIT OF DEPTH IN THE JUMPS AND THROWS

Coach: Scott Rickels (12th season) 2013: TH AT TEAM ! "UREAU 6ALLEY Sectional Roster 2YAN -AYBERRY SR SPRINTS JUMPS ,UCAS 0EPPERS SR SPRINTS .OAH "LACKLOCK JR SPRINTS JUMP 3COTT &ERRY JR JUMPS DISTANCE $REW 3CRENOCK JR THROWS SPRINTS %RIC -ULNIX SO DISTANCE -ASON -UUR SO DISTANCE %MMIT 3HEPARD SO SPRINTS $ARRIN "IELEMA FR SPRINTS 0AYTON #OOK FR SPRINTS *OE %ADS FR DISTANCE JUMP %RIC +ULL FR SPRINTS JUMPS "RANDON -EIER FR THROWS -ATTHEW .ICHOLS FR DISTANCE *ESSE 0EPPERS FR THROWS Outlook: 4HE NUMBERS ARE DOWN A BIT

BUT THE -USTANGS HAVE PLENTY OF TALENT TO MAKE SOME NOISE IN THE 4HREE 2IVERS 3PRINTS WILL ANCHOR -ORRISON S PERFORMANCES BUT LOOK FOR THE JUMPS AND DIStance runners to improve as the season GOES ON

Erie-Prophetstown Panthers Coach: Jon Schlagheck (1st season) 2013: 7ON TEAM ! "UREAU 6ALLEY Sectional Roster #HRIS "AUER SR SPRINTS *ACE "RIGHT SR THROWS !USTIN #OWLEY SR SPRINTS $EVIN $E3HANE SR SPRINTS 4YLER $E6AULT SR DISTANCE -ICHAEL 'UL SR SPRINTS +YLE 0ANNIER SR P VAULT SPRINTS *OSH 0AUL SR SPRINTS 'RANT !MES JR JUMPS SPRINTS *ARED #OLE JR P VAULT SPRINTS 4ANNER 3HIPP JR DISTANCE 4RAVIS 3HIPP JR DISTANCE $VAREE 4HOMPSON JR JUMPS SPRINTS ,UCAS 7HITE JR DISTANCE *ACK "AUER SO HURDLES +YLE "EHRENS SO DISTANCE $YLAN "INION SO JUMP SPRINTS 3ETH #AMERON SO SPRINTS !USTIN &RYTAG SO SPRINTS "RAD 'REEN SO HURDLES *ONAH 'REEN SO DISCUS SPRINTS 0EDRO (ERRERA SO THROWS ,OGAN (OLLAND SO JUMP SPRINTS "RAD (UFMAN SO DISTANCE 4YLER .AFTZGER SO P VAULT SPRINTS $OMINIC $OPLER FR SPRINTS #OLLIN 0ATTON FR SPRINTS #ONNER 2EILEY FR DISTANCE *ACKSON 7ESTEN FR DISTANCE +ODY 7ETZELL FR JUMPS SPRINTS Outlook: The Panthers are still loaded AFTER A THIRD PLACE FINISH AT THE #LASS !

STATE MEET LAST YEAR BUT THE NAMES FILLING SEVERAL EVENTS ARE DIFFERENT 'ONE IS $EVIN *OHNSON THE PERENNIAL STATE PERFORMER BUT THERE ARE MANY YOUNG FACES EAGER TO STEP UP IN HIS SPOT 4HE TRACK IS WHERE %0 USUALLY MAKES HAY BUT POLE vaulters Kyle Pannier and Jared Cole â&#x20AC;&#x201C; BOTH STATE QUALIFIERS A YEAR AGO n WILL LEAD A STRONG CONTINGENT IN THE FIELD EVENTS

Newman Comets Coach: Andy Accardi (21st season) 2013: 3ECOND AT TEAM ! "UREAU Valley Sectional Roster !NDREW +OBBEMAN SR DISTANCE *OSH ,EHRKE SR DISTANCE 7ARREN -ELTON SR DISTANCE ,ARS 2OLEDER SR THROWS -ICAH 4RANCOSO SR SPRINTS 1UINCY #OOMES JR DISTANCE -ATT *OHNSON JR THROWS .OLAN -C'INN JR SPRINTS JUMPS *AMIE .ELSON JR JUMPS ,OREN .EWBERRY JR THROWS "RYSON 2EYES JR DISTANCE $REW 2OSENGREN JR DISTANCE 2EGAN 4ODHUNTER JR SPRINTS #HRIS 7ILSON JR THROWS *ARED "RAUMAN SO THROWS "RAYDON $ELGADO SO SPRINTS *AX &ANE SO SPRINTS *EREMY (ENSON SO DISTANCE #LAY *UNGERMAN SO DISTANCE %THAN .ASH SO SPRINTS "RADY 2UDE SO SPRINTS #HRIS !HLERS FR DISTANCE -ATEO #ORTEZ FR SPRINTS *ACOB (EIDERSCHEIT FR JUMPS !ARON 3CROGGINS FR SPRINTS Outlook: A Class 1A state title last season has spirits high amongst the ComETS AGAIN THIS SPRING 7HILE MOST OF THE MEDALISTS FROM LAST YEAR S CHAMPIONSHIP HAVE MOVED ON LOOK FOR THE DISTANCE RACES AND FIELD EVENTS TO PROVIDE PLENTY OF SUPPORT FOR THE LOSS OF DEPTH IN THE SPRINTS "RADY 2UDE AND .OLAN -C'INN ran on state-title relays a year ago, and WILL ANCHOR WHAT COACH !CCARDI CALLS A hSTRONG COREv OF EXPERIENCE AND TALENT

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Zits® by Jerry Scott and Jim Borgman

Arlo & Janis by Jimmy Johnson Garfield by Jim Davis

Freshly Squeezed by Ed Stein Get Fuzzy by Darby Conley

Blondie by Dean Young & John Marshall

Wizard of Id by Brant Parker and Johnny Hart

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

Pickles by Brian Crane Big Nate by Lincoln Peirce

Born Loser by Art and Chip Sansom

Baby Blues by Jerry Scott & Rick Kirkman

Soup To Nutz by Rick Stromoski

Family Circus by Bil Keane

The Argyle Sweater by Scott Hilburn

Alley Oop by Dave Graue and Jack Bender

Bridge Frank & Ernest by Bob Thaves

Two players have possible roads

Grizzwells by Bill Schorr

On some deals, a defender will have a dilemma, not sure how to defeat the contract.

He must rely on his partner.

Against five diamonds, West leads the spade two. How should declarer play? Suppose he wins with his ace, plays a heart to dummy’s 10, and runs the diamond nine to West’s king. How should West defend?

After two passes, East opened a light third-in-hand one spade. South overcalled two diamonds. West made a pre-emptive jump to three spades, showing four-card support and less than gameinvitational values. (With a stronger hand, he would have cue-bid three diamonds.)

North doubled to indicate a maximum pass, and South

jumped to five diamonds.

This is a difficult deal. It is tempting for declarer to assume that East holds the diamond king. But after the diamond finesse fails, West won-

ders whether his side needs to take one diamond, one spade (when East has only five spades) and one club, or one diamond and two clubs (when East has six spades).

He does not know, but East should. At trick four, West should shift to his club queen, and South plays low from the board. Now the spotlight is on East. From the spade-two lead, he knows that West has only four spades. So East should overtake with his club ace and cash the spade king.

What did declarer do wrong? It is better to cash his diamond ace at trick two.

If the king drops, fine. But when it does not, South turns to hearts, getting home if the defender with the diamond king has at least three hearts.

Declarer’s club loser evaporates on dummy’s fourth heart. © 2014 UFS

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THURSDAYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SCOREBOARD Baseball Thursdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s results at Thomson

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CUBS 3, PIRATES 2

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Blackhawks snap skid Chicago overcomes slow start to beat Wild

BY CHRIS HINE Chicago Tribune

For the last 2 days, the term â&#x20AC;&#x153;flip the switchâ&#x20AC;? has come up in almost every interview every Blackhawk player has done.

As in, once the playoffs start, the Hawks need to be able to regain the form that won them the Stanley Cup last season. But reaching that level of play isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t as easy as, well, flipping a switch.

The Hawks flipped that switch a little closer to the â&#x20AC;&#x153;onâ&#x20AC;? position Thursday night â&#x20AC;&#x201C; albeit just a little â&#x20AC;&#x201C; in defeating the Wild 3-2 in a shootout to snap their three-game skid before a crowd of 21,791 at the United Center.

The Wild couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t score on Hawks goaltender Corey Crawford, while Marian Hossa provided the lone goal of the shootout. But the game wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t without its shaky moments both late and early. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We played the way we had to play,â&#x20AC;? coach Joel Quenneville said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Playing it simple, advancing

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The Wildâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Charlie Coyle (3) scores past Blackhawks goalie Corey Crawford on Thursday at the United Center. Crawford stopped 25 shots â&#x20AC;&#x201C; including every one in a shootout â&#x20AC;&#x201C; in Chicagoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 3-2 victory. the puck with a check-first mentality. â&#x20AC;Ś We didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t give up much all game.â&#x20AC;?

The Hawks took a 2-1 lead on goals from Ben Smith in the second period and Bryan Bickell in the third. â&#x20AC;&#x153;That was important,â&#x20AC;?

Bickell said of the victory. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a frsutrating team to play against.

â&#x20AC;Ś But we stuck with it.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nice to get a shootout win. We havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t had many of those. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nice to break our slump.â&#x20AC;?

The Hawks relinquished the lead late in regulation when the Wildâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Erik Haula scored on a shot that appeared to deflect off the stick of Matt Cooke on its way to the net.

MLB ROUNDUP

Cubs finally pick up first win Cards weather another delay; Sox blow late lead By the Associated Press

Jason Hammel pitched two-hit ball into the seventh inning and the Cubs edged the Pirates 3-2 in Pittsburgh for their first win of the season.

Hammel (1-0) allowed a run, struck out five and walked one in 6 2/3 innings to help the Cubs avoid their worst start in 17 years.

Emilio Bonifacio went 2-for-4 and scored twice to continue his torrid start. The Chicago center fielder hit 11-for-16 (.688) during the opening three-game series.

Cardinals 7, Reds 6:

The Cardinals overcame another long delay and Todd Frazierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s two homers to beat the Reds in Cincinnati.

The first pitch was

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P M &3. &- delayed 3 hours, 42 minutes because of rain. The Cardinals then emerged from their two-game hitting slump by knocking Homer Bailey (0-1) out of the game in the fifth inning. Jhonny Peralta homered to get it going.

Lance Lynn (1-0) gave up Jay Bruceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s two-run homer and Frazierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s solo

shot during five innings.

Twins 10, White Sox 9: Chris Colabello had a

career-high six RBIs and doubled twice, Oswaldo Arcia hit a go-ahead triple, and the Minnesota Twins avoided a seasonopening sweep at U.S. Cellular Field by giving manager Ron Gardnehire his 999th career win.

Trailing 9-8 heading into the ninth, the Twins scored twice off Chicago closer Matt Lindstrom (0-1), who blew his first save chance in two opportunities. Trevor Plouffe singled with two outs in the ninth to tie the game, before Arciaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s triple off the wall in center gave Minnesota a 10-9 lead.

Marcus Semien ripped a go-ahead homer in the eighth for the Sox.

Wrigley not loved by all players CELEBRATION

CONTINUED FROM B1

Sandberg was traded to Chicago that January, and went on to play 15 seasons for the Cubs. He finished his career with a .285 batting average, 282 homers and 1,061 RBIs. The second baseman had his No. 23 retired by the team in 2005, the same year he was enshrined in Cooperstown.

Nicknamed â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ryno,â&#x20AC;?

Sandberg remains popular among Cubs fans.

After all, he was at his best in their favorite ballpark, batting .300 with 164 homers and 607 RBIs at Wrigley during his time with Chicago. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the 100th year, anniversary of the stadium there, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be special,â&#x20AC;? Sandberg said, looking forward to the second of three opening days for Philadelphia this season.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also a very special occasion for rookie Cubs manager Rick Renteria, who was hired in November and finally gets a chance to take a look at his office. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re all looking forward to making Wrigley Field our haven,â&#x20AC;? he said.

It was a house of horrors last year, when Chicago had a National League-worst 31-50

home record. The home woes, plus a run of four straight losing seasons, also took a toll on attendance. The season total of 2,642,682 was the smallest for the Cubs since they drew 2,623,194 in 1998.

All those numbers played a role in the firing of Dale Sveum, who went 127-197 in two seasons with Chicago. The Cubs are hoping Renteria can get young hitters Anthony Rizzo and Starlin Castro back on track, while laying a foundation for a successful transition to the majors for the top prospects in a loaded farm system. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re moving in the right direction with our mentality and attitude,â&#x20AC;?

Renteria said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a long season.â&#x20AC;?

Renteria got a little taste of what itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s like to manage the Cubs during their first series in Pittsburgh.

They dropped each of the first two games in extra innings before holding on for a 3-2 victory Thursday afternoon, setting the stage for a home schedule that the Cubs are calling â&#x20AC;&#x153;the party of the century.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great old stadium and a real piece of history,â&#x20AC;? Cubs second baseman Darwin Barney said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I hope the Cubs can play there another 100 years.â&#x20AC;?

Not everyone shares Barneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s opinion of

Wrigley, which is quite a different experience for the visiting team. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I hate it,â&#x20AC;? said Phillies closer Jonathan Papelbon, who then rattled off a long list of complaints. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The clubhouse is small. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a bandbox.

The wind seems like itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always blowing out. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cold. The dugoutâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s small.

Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no bullpen. You want me to keep going?â&#x20AC;?

Philadelphia also dropped two of three in its opening road series.

It won 14-10 on opening day in Texas, and then managed just five runs in the last two games.

Adrian Beltre had a game-ending RBI single for Texas on Tuesday, and Papelbon blew his first save opportunity in a 4-3 loss Wednesday.

Roberto Hernandez makes his first NL start for Philadelphia in the opener against the Cubs.

The right-hander, who began his career in Cleveland and pitched for Tampa Bay last season, signed a 1-year, $4.5 million contract in the offseason.

Hernandez will be opposed by Travis Wood, who made the All-Star team for the first time last year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always good to play at home,â&#x20AC;? Cubs catcher Welington Castillo said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We just canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wait to get to Wrigley.â&#x20AC;?

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09-030530 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, MORRISON, ILLINOIS BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, L.P. F/K/A COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING, L.P. PLAINTIFF, -vsNORBERT A. JASINSKI A/K/A NORBERT JASINSKI; STATE OF ILLINOIS; MARLO J. JASINSKI; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS DEFENDANTS 10 CH 94 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on February 20, 2013; Kelly C. Wilhelmi, Sheriff, 400 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL 61270, will on May 1, 2014 at 10:00 AM, at Whiteside County Courthouse, 200 East Knox Street, 3rd Floor Lobby, Morrison, IL 61270, sell to the highest bidder for cash (ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours, the following described premises situated in Whiteside County, Illinois.

Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and any prior liens or 1st Mortgages. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff.

Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in cash or certified funds, a receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a Certificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court.

Said property is legally described as follows: LOT 4 IN LANDHEER SUBDIVISION, LOCATED IN THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 21, TOWNSHIP 21 NORTH, RANGE 5 EAST OF THE 4TH P.M., IN WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED NOVEMBER 7, 1984 AS DOCUMENT NO. 6127-84.

Commonly known as 14707 Feldman Road, Morrison, IL 61270 Permanent Index No.: 09-21-176-002

TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. # 2010-00465 TO: COUNTY CLERK OF WHITESIDE COUNTY; Alicia Murphy; IH Mississippi Valley Credit Union; Target National Bank; PHH Mortgage Corporation c/o Illinois Corporation Service Co.; Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property, Unknown owners or parties interested in said land or lots.

A Petition for Tax Deed on premise described below has been filed in the Circuit Court of Whiteside County, Illinois as Case No. 14-TX-21. The property is Located At: 12490 Spring Hill Rd., Prophetstown.

Legal Description or P.I. No.: 20-14-400005.

Said property was sold on 11/2/2011 for delinquent taxes for the year 2010.

The period of redemption will expire on August 14, 2014.

On 8/26/2014 at 9:00 AM the petitioner will make application to such court in said county for an Order for Tax Deed, should the real estate not be redeemed.

Kathleen M. Hollonbeck, Petitioner April 3, 4, 5, 2014

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Improvements: Residential Structure UNKNOWN Units UNKNOWN Bedrooms UNKNOWN Garage UNKNOWN Bathrooms UNKNOWN Other UNKNOWN The property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale.

The judgment amount was $224,018.75. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information.

For Bid Amount contact: Sale Clerk Fisher and Shapiro, LLC 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847)291-1717

Tax Deed No.14-TX-20 Filed 3/28/2014 TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. # 2010-00437

THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION. March 21, 28, April 4, 2014

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284-2222 11-050472 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, MORRISON, ILLINOIS PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION PLAINTIFF, -vsALICIA A. MURPHY A/K/A ALICIA MURPHY; TARGET NATIONAL BANK F/K/A RETAILERS NATIONAL BANK; DEFENDANTS 11 CH 32 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on October 19, 2011; Kelly C. Wilhelmi, Sheriff, 400 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL 61270, will on May 1, 2014 at 10:00 AM, at Whiteside County Courthouse, 200 East Knox Street, 3rd Floor Lobby, Morrison, IL 61270, sell to the highest bidder for cash (ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours, the following described premises situated in Whiteside County, Illinois.

Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and any prior liens or 1st Mortgages. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff.

Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in cash or certified funds, a receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a Certificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court.

Said property is legally described as follows: PART OF THE SOUTH HALF (S 1/2) OF SECTION 14, TOWNSHIP 19 NORTH (T19N), RANGE 4 EAST (R4E) OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN (4TH PM), WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, BOUNDED AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS, TO-WIT: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE NORTH HALF (N 1/2) OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER (SE 1/4) OF SAID SECTION 14; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 22 MINUTES 27 SECONDS EAST, ALONG THE WEST LINE THEREOF, A DISTANCE OF 161.99 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 46 MINUTES 22 SECONDS WEST, A DISTANCE OF 66.44 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 20 DEGREES 15 MINUTES 15 SECONDS WEST, A DISTANCE OF 615.93 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 34 DEGREES 12 MINUTES 10 SECONDS WEST, A DISTANCE OF 608.93 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 44 DEGREES 51 MINUTES 43 SECONDS EAST, A DISTANCE OF 89.44 FEET TO THE CENTER LINE OF S.A. ROUTE 3 # SPRING HILL ROAD; THENCE NORTH 40 DEGREES 36 MINUTES 55 SECONDS EAST, ALONG SAID CENTERLINE, A DISTANCE OF 535.89 FEET; THENCE NORTHEASTERLY, ALONG SAID CENTERLINE, BEING AN ARC OF A CURVE, CONCAVE NORTHWESTERLY, HAVING A RADIUS OF 40,443.34 FEET, THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 00 DEGREES 51 MINUTES 00 SECONDS, AND WHOSE CHORD BEARS NORTH 40 DEGREES 11 MINUTES 25 SECONDS EAST, AN ARC DISTANCE OF 599.99 FEET; THENCE NORTH 39 DEGREES 45 MINUTES 55 SECONDS EAST, ALONG SAID CENTERLINE, A DISTANCE OF 151.65 FEET TO THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID NORTH HALF (N 1/2) OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER (SE 1/4) OF SECTION 14; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 48 MINUTES 29 SECONDS WEST, ALONG SAID SOUTH LINE, A DISTANCE OF 275.23 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. Commonly known as 12490 Springhill Road, Prophetstown, IL 61277 Permanent Index No.: 20-14-400-005; 20-14-300-006 Improvements: Residential Structure Units Bedrooms Garage Bathrooms Other

Tax Deed No.14-TX-21 Filed 3/28/2014

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The property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale.

The judgment amount was $94,746.15. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information.

For Bid Amount contact: Sale Clerk Fisher and Shapiro, LLC 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847)291-1717 THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION. March 21st, 28th , April 4th 2014

TO: COUNTY CLERK OF WHITESIDE COUNTY; Gillis P. Abney; Nancy L. Abney; Judy C. Powell; Illinois Department of Revenue; Illinois Department of Revenue Brian Hamer, Director; IL Attorney General Lisa Madigan; Arrow Financial Services LLC c/o Illinois Corporation Service Co.; Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property, Unknown owners or parties interested in said land or lots.

A Petition for Tax Deed on premise described below has been filed in the Circuit Court of Whiteside County, Illinois as Case No. 14-TX-20. The property is Located At: 11302 McNeil Rd., Rock Falls.

Legal Description or P.I. No.: 17-02-327015.

Said property was sold on 11/2/2011 for delinquent taxes for the year 2010.

The period of redemption will expire on August 14, 2014.

On 8/26/2014 at 9:00 AM the petitioner will make application to such court in said county for an Order for Tax Deed, should the real estate not be redeemed.

Kathleen M. Hollonbeck, Petitioner April 3, 4, 5, 2014 Legal Notice To Customers of Illinois-American Water Company (IAWC) IAWC hereby gives notice to the public in accordance with 83 Ill. Adm. Code Subsection 656.30 (c) that information sheets have been filed on March 20, 2014, with the Illinois Commerce Commission (Commission) to revise the Quality Infrastructure Program surcharge for customers in all service districts.

If the Commission takes no action, the revised information sheets will be implemented with an effective date of April 1, 2014. A copy of IAWC's filing with the Commission may be inspected by any interested party at any business office of IAWC.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON ROAD DISTRICT BUDGET Notice is hereby given that a Tentative Budget and Appropriation Ordinance for Road purposes of the Dixon Township Road District in the County of Lee, State of Illinois, for the fiscal year beginning April 1, 2014 and ending March 31, 2015, will be on file and conveniently available to public inspection at 315 Highland Ave., from and after 9:00 A.M. Wednesday, April 9, 2014.

Notice is further given hereby that a public hearing on said Budget and Appropriation Ordinance will be held at 4:45 P.M. Wednesday, May 14, 2014, at 315 Highland Ave., Dixon, IL and that final action on this ordinance will be taken at the public hearing.

Dated this 1st day of April, 2014 Edward Fritts, Supervisor Fran Slain, Clerk April 4, 2014 Tax Deed No. 14-TX-19 Filed 3/28/2014 TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. # 2010-00281 TO: COUNTY CLERK OF WHITESIDE COUNTY; Melvin C. Unger; Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property, Unknown owners or parties interested in said land or lots.

A Petition for Tax Deed on premise described below has been filed in the Circuit Court of Whiteside County, Illinois as Case No. 14-TX-19. The property is Located At: 207 Ave. D, Rock Falls.

Legal Description or P.I. No.: 11-27-128004.

Said property was sold on 11/2/2011 for delinquent taxes for the year 2010.

The period of redemption will expire on August 14, 2014.

On 8/26/2014 at 9:00 AM the petitioner will make application to such court in said county for an Order for Tax Deed, should the real estate not be redeemed.

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Public Notice is hereby given that on March 12 A.D. 2014 a certificate was filed in the Office of the County Clerk of Lee County, Illinois, setting forth the names and post-office addresses of all of the persons owning, conducting and transacting the business known as Effervesce Vapors located at 112 S. Peoria Ave. Dixon, IL 61021.

Dated this 12th day of March A.D. 2014 Cathy Myers

by Gerianne Knack Deputy County Clerk March 28, April 4, 11, 2014

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Customers should be advised that the Commission may alter or amend the rates or conditions of service after hearings held pursuant to 83 Ill. Adm. Code 200 and may increase or decrease individual rates in amounts other than those requested by the company.

RE: State of Illinois Paratransit Vehicle Grant for LEE COUNTY

Interested parties may obtain information with respect thereto either directly from IAWC or by addressing the Chief Clerk of the Commission, 527 E. Capitol Avenue, Springfield, IL 62701.

Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held by: KREIDER SERVICES, INC. On: APRIL 21, 2014 At: 1:00 PM Where: KREIDER SERVICES, INC. 500 ANCHOR ROAD, DIXON, IL 61021 In: BOARD ROOM

March 28 & April 4, 2014

I. For the purpose of considering a project for which financial assistance is being sought from the Illinois Department of Transportation, pursuant to the Illinois Department of Transportation's general authority to make such Grants, and which is generally described as follows:

Tax Deed No. 14-TX-17 Filed 3/28/2014 TAKE NOTICE CERTIFICATE NO. # 2010-00019 TO: COUNTY CLERK OF WHITESIDE COUNTY; Zendel Zendeli; Arzija Zendeli; First Central State Bank; Midland Funding LLC c/o IL Corporation Service, Registered Agent; IL Department of Employment Security; IL Department of Revenue Lien Unit; IL Department of Revenue; IL Attorney General Lisa Madigan; U.S. Department of the Treasury, IRS; U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder; US Attorney Zachary Fardon; Persons in occupancy or actual possession of said property, Unknown owners or parties interested in said land or lots.

A Petition for Tax Deed on premise described below has been filed in the Circuit Court of Whiteside County, Illinois as Case No. 14-TX-17. The property is Located At: 1002 13th Ave., Fulton.

Legal Description or P.I. No.: 01-28-405001.

Said property was sold on 11/2/2011 for delinquent taxes for the year 2010.

The period of redemption will expire on August 14, 2014.

On 8/26/2014 at 9:00 AM the petitioner will make application to such court in said county for an Order for Tax Deed, should the real estate not be redeemed.

Kathleen M. Hollonbeck, Petitioner April 3, 4, 5, 2014

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A. Description of Project: This application by Kreider Services to IDOT is requesting one (1) paratransit vehicle through the 2014 Rolling Stock Capital Assistance Program at an estimated cost of $63,000. This 14 passenger vehicle will provide transportation to persons with disabilities as well as older adults in Lee County, and replace an older Kreider Services' vehicle.

This project will be included in a Consolidated Vehicle Procurement Program undertaken by the State of Illinois on behalf of KREIDER SERVICES, INC. with State and Federal Funds.

B. Relocation Relocation Assistance will not be required.

C. Environment This project is being implemented to minimize environmental impact.

D. Comprehensive Planning This project is in conformance with comprehensive transportation planning in the area.

E. Elderly and Disabled All new equipment included in this project will meet ADA accessibility rules for the elderly and persons with disabilities.

II. At the hearing KREIDER SERVICES will afford an opportunity for interested persons or agencies to be heard with respect to the social, economic and environmental aspects of the project. Interested persons may submit orally or in writing, evidence and recommendations with respect to said project.

III. A copy of the application for a state grant for the proposed project for the intended service area will be made available for public inspection at KREIDER SERVICES. Contact Person: Jeff Stauter, Chief Executive Officer 500 Anchor Road, Dixon, IL 61021 (815) 288-6691 April 4, 2014

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CASA 15th Judicial Circuit (Lee/ Carroll/Ogle Counties) is seeking volunteers to advocate for children in the court system involved in abuse and neglect cases.

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Contact Vanessa White, Director of Advocate Services (815) 288-1901 www.casalee carroll.com The Ronald Reagan Boyhood Home seeks volunteer story tellers.

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REAL ESTATE 202 SERVICES PUBLISHER'S NOTICE All real estate advertising in this newspaper subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference , limitation or discrimination based on race, color,religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18.

This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law.

Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777.

The toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-279275.

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THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, MORRISON, ILLINOIS UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, Plaintiff, vs.

ISMAEL DELGADO-FERNANDEZ, DECEASED; AND JULIA M. DELGADO, HUSBAND AND WIFE; CURRENT MARITAL STATUS OF JULIA M. DELGADO UNKNOWN; OTHERWISE UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF ISMAEL DELGADOFERNANDEZ; OTHERWISE UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF JULIA M. DELGADO; TRI-COUNTY OPPORTUNITIES COUNCIL; UNKNOWN TENANTS AND/OR OCCUPANTS; UNKNOWN PARTIES OF INTEREST; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS. Defendants.

No. 2014 CH 30 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION Notice is given to you, Ismael DelgadoFernandez, deceased; and Julia M. Delgado, Husband and Wife; Current Marital Status of Julia M. Delgado Unknown; Otherwise Unknown Spouse of Ismael Delgado-Fernandez, deceased; Otherwise Unknown Spouse of Julia M. Delgado; Tri-County Opportunities Council; Unknown Tenants and/or Occupants; Unknown Parties of Interest; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants, that this case has been commenced in the Court against you and other defendants, asking for the foreclosure of a certain mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: Lot 4 of Walzer Subdivision as located in the Northeast Quarter of Section 22, Township 21 North, Range 7 East of the 4th P.M., City of Sterling, Whiteside County, Illinis; according to the Plat thereof recorded May 21, 1954 in Plat Book 9, page 23.

Common Address: 2018 E. 7th St., Sterling, Illinois 61081 Parcel No: 11-22-226-009 Sterling and which said mortgage was made by Ismael Delgado-Fernandez and Julia M. Delgado, mortgagors to the UNITED STATES OF AMERICAN, U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE and recorded in the office of the Recorder of Deeds, Whiteside County, Morrison, Illinois, identified as Document No. 7845-2005, and for other relief, Unless you file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this in the office of the Clerk of the Court, Whiteside County Courthouse, 200 East Knox Street, Morrison, IL 61270, on or before May 7, 2014, A JUDGMENT OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THE COMPLAINT. WITNESS April 1, 2014 Susan E. Ottens Clerk of the Circuit Court Lester S. Weinstine Law Office of Lester S. Weintsine, P.C. Attorney at Law 409 N. Cherry St., PO Box 409 Morrison IL 61270 Tele: 815-772-7211 Fax: 815-772-8599 April 4, 11, 19, 2014

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON TOWNSHIP BUDGET Notice is hereby given that a Tentative Budget and Appropriation Ordinance for the Town of Dixon in the County of Lee, State of Illinois, for the fiscal year beginning April 1, 2014 and ending March 31, 2015, will be on file and conveniently available to public inspection at 315 Highland Ave., from and after 9:00 A.M. Wednesday, April 9, 2014.

Notice is further given hereby that a public hearing on said Budget and Appropriation Ordinance will be held at 4:45 P.M. Wednesday, May 14, 2014, at 315 Highland Ave., in this Town and that final action on this ordinance will be taken at the public hearing.

Dated this 1st day of April, 2014 Edward Fritts, Supervisor Fran Slain, Clerk April 4, 2014

13-065457 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, MORRISON, ILLINOIS OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC, AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO GMAC MORTGAGE, LLC PLAINTIFF, -vsKEVIN R. WILLIAMS A/K/A KEVIN RAY WILLIAMS; TANYA WILLIAMS A/K/A TANYA RANAE WILLIAMS A/K/A TANYA RANAE JONES; DEFENDANTS 13 CH 32 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on September 18, 2013; Kelly C. Wilhelmi, Sheriff, 400 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL 61270, will on May 1, 2014 at 10:00 AM, at Whiteside County Courthouse, 200 East Knox Street, 3rd Floor Lobby, Morrison, IL 61270, sell to the highest bidder for cash (ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twentyfour (24) hours, the following described premises situated in Whiteside County, Illinois.

Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and any prior liens or 1st Mortgages. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff.

Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in cash or certified funds, a receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a Certificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court.

Said property is legally described as follows: LOT 5 IN KNIEF'S SECOND SUBDIVISION LOCATED IN THE NORTH HALF OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 8, TOWNSHIP 20 NORTH, RANGE 7 EAST OF THE 4TH P.M., IN WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED SEPTEMBER 20, 1957.

Commonly known as 27506 Knief Road, Rock Falls, IL 61071 Permanent Index No.: 17-08-402-001 Improvements: Residential Structure UNKNOWN Units UNKNOWN Bedrooms UNKNOWN Garage UNKNOWN Bathrooms UNKNOWN Other UNKNOWN The property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale.

The judgment amount was $109,632.03.

Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information.

For Bid Amount contact: Sale Clerk Fisher and Shapiro, LLC 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847)291-1717 THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED

BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION. March 21, 28, April 4, 2014

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11-050472 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, MORRISON, ILLINOIS PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION PLAINTIFF, -vsALICIA A. MURPHY A/K/A ALICIA MURPHY; TARGET NATIONAL BANK F/K/A RETAILERS NATIONAL BANK; DEFENDANTS 11 CH 32 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on October 19, 2011; Kelly C. Wilhelmi, Sheriff, 400 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL 61270, will on May 1, 2014 at 10:00 AM, at Whiteside County Courthouse, 200 East Knox Street, 3rd Floor Lobby, Morrison, IL 61270, sell to the highest bidder for cash (ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours, the following described premises situated in Whiteside County, Illinois.

Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and any prior liens or 1st Mortgages. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff.

Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in cash or certified funds, a receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a Certificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court.

Said property is legally described as follows: Commonly known as 12490 Springhill Road, Prophetstown, IL 61277 Permanent Index No.: 20-14-400-005; 20-14-300-006 Improvements: Residential Structure Units Bedrooms Garage Bathrooms Other

UNKNOWN UNKNOWN UNKNOWN UNKNOWN UNKNOWN UNKNOWN

The property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale.

The judgment amount was $94,746.15. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information.

For Bid Amount contact: Sale Clerk Fisher and Shapiro, LLC 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847)291-1717 THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION. March 21st, 28th, April 4th 2014 09-030530 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, MORRISON, ILLINOIS BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, L.P. F/K/A COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING, L.P. PLAINTIFF, -vsNORBERT A. JASINSKI A/K/A NORBERT JASINSKI; STATE OF ILLINOIS; MARLO J. JASINSKI; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS DEFENDANTS 10 CH 94 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on February 20, 2013; Kelly C. Wilhelmi, Sheriff, 400 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL 61270, will on May 1, 2014 at 10:00 AM, at Whiteside County Courthouse, 200 East Knox Street, 3rd Floor Lobby, Morrison, IL 61270, sell to the highest bidder for cash (ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twentyfour (24) hours, the following described premises situated in Whiteside County, Illinois.

Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and any prior liens or 1st Mortgages. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff.

Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in cash or certified funds, a receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a Certificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court.

Said property is legally described as follows: Commonly known as 14707 Feldman Road, Morrison, IL 61270 Permanent Index No.: 09-21-176-002 Improvements: Residential Structure UNKNOWN Units UNKNOWN Bedrooms UNKNOWN Garage UNKNOWN Bathrooms UNKNOWN Other UNKNOWN The property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale.

The judgment amount was $224,018.75. Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information.

For Bid Amount contact: Sale Clerk Fisher and Shapiro, LLC 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847)291-1717 THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION. March 21, 28, April 4, 2014

DIXON MANOR APTS- 1BD CLEAN QUIET, WALK TO DOWNTOWN, ONSITE LAUNDRY, APPLIANCES INCLUDED, HEAT, WATER INCLUDED. CALL ERICK 815-739-5806 Great North Side location w/river view. Beautiful Lg. 2BR, garage, W/D. No pets.

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FRANKLIN GROVE FRANKLIN GROVE – 2 bedrooms Apartments AVAILABLE NOW! Rent is based on 30% of adjusted gross income and includes water, sewer, and garbage collection.

There are laundry facilities at the property.

Upon your second month of occupancy, you will get a $100 Wal-mart gift card for free! HURRY! To receive an application, or for more information, please call 1-800686-5538. This Institution is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.

FULTON FULTON – Great 2 bedroom apartments available now starting at $462 a month!

Rent includes water, sewer and garbage pickup.

On-site laundry, major appliances, off street parking and air conditioning. Please call 1800-686-5165 or (608)822-7368.

This institution is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.

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POLO 2BR, A/C & appliances furnished, attached garage, no smoking and no pets. Deposit and references req. $495/mo. 815-9463191 after 5 pm.

ROCHELLE Rochelle- Cozy 1 & 2 bedroom apartments AVAILABLE NOW for persons 62 years of age or older: handicapped/disabled individuals regardless of age.

Rent includes all appliances and onsite laundry also includes a chair lift for person with difficulty in climbing stairs. Call today at 877-815-5557.

This institution is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.

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13-065457 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, MORRISON, ILLINOIS OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC, AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO GMAC MORTGAGE, LLC PLAINTIFF, -vsKEVIN R. WILLIAMS A/K/A KEVIN RAY WILLIAMS; TANYA WILLIAMS A/K/A TANYA RANAE WILLIAMS A/K/A TANYA RANAE JONES; DEFENDANTS 13 CH 32 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above entitled matter on September 18, 2013; Kelly C. Wilhelmi, Sheriff, 400 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL 61270, will on May 1, 2014 at 10:00 AM, at Whiteside County Courthouse, 200 East Knox Street, 3rd Floor Lobby, Morrison, IL 61270, sell to the highest bidder for cash (ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours, the following described premises situated in Whiteside County, Illinois.

Said sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and any prior liens or 1st Mortgages. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title or recourse to Plaintiff.

Upon the sale being held and the purchaser tendering said bid in cash or certified funds, a receipt of Sale will be issued and/or a Certificate of Sale as required, which will entitle the purchaser to a deed upon confirmation of said sale by the Court.

Said property is legally described as follows: Commonly known as 27506 Knief Road, Rock Falls, IL 61071 Permanent Index No.: 17-08-402-001 Improvements: Residential Structure UNKNOWN Units UNKNOWN Bedrooms UNKNOWN Garage UNKNOWN Bathrooms UNKNOWN Other UNKNOWN The property will NOT be open for inspection prior to the sale.

The judgment amount was $109,632.03.

Prospective purchasers are admonished to check the court file and title records to verify this information.

For Bid Amount contact: Sale Clerk Fisher and Shapiro, LLC 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847)291-1717 THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IF YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THIS DEBT HAS BEEN EXTINGUISHED BY A DISCHARGE IN BANKRUPTCY OR BY AN ORDER GRANTING IN REM RELIEF FROM STAY, THIS NOTICE IS PROVIDED SOLELY TO FORECLOSE THE MORTGAGE REMAINING ON YOUR PROPERTY AND IS NOT AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT THE DISCHARGED PERSONAL OBLIGATION. March 21, 28, April 4, 2014

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2 Bed House in Dixon base w/ w/d hookup, $545/mo.

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Cute, Clean Remodeled, 2BR 2 Bath house w/ garage, stove & refrig. incl. No smoking. No Pets. $675 815-440-0927 Nice 3BR updated kitchen. $675/ mo. + dep. Call Vickie 815-973-4444

FRANKLIN GROVE Large lower 3 BR Duplex with full basement & 1 car garage All appl. furn. $650 + dep.

630-329-1776

ROCK FALLS 1 Bed House in Rock Falls, $445 per mo. Call 815622-2725 snlrentals.com

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630-201-2888.

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Brechon Farm Services, Inc

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No pets. Call 815499-0351 Unfurnished 2 BR, 1 bath, C/A, detached garage, no pets, no smoking, $550/mo. + dep.

815-764-0911

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â&#x2DC;&#x2026; NEW TODAY â&#x2DC;&#x2026; C.N.A. Needed, part-time float.

Must be available for all shifts and on call. Apply within at Tammerlane, 3601 16th Ave. Sterling No phone calls.

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Looking for electronic payroll exp. in Quickbooks, Mechanics and Farm Help.

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â&#x2DC;&#x2026; NEW TODAY â&#x2DC;&#x2026; Automotive STERLING CHEVROLET has entry level opening for Parts Counter Person, full time.

Automotive experience preferred but not required. Apply in person 7:30-5 Mon.-Fri., 1824 N. Locust Street, Sterling.

â&#x2DC;&#x2026; NEW TODAY â&#x2DC;&#x2026; Bookkeeper Needed Successful candidate should have general knowledge of Accounts receivable, Accounts payable, payroll accounts and end of monthly reports.

Monday thru Friday, Hours may vary. Please send resumes to;

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or stop by 1101 Middle Road, Dixon, for an application. No phone calls please.

Farm Equipment Operator Full time position operating 4 wheel drive and tracked farm tractors.

Maintenance work in the off season.

M & R Farms, 815288-3136.

Immediate Opening. FT Seasonal Help Wanted. CDL class B min. Paid overtime.

Local delivery.

Apply in person or call Crop Production Services 1793 Steward Rd, Steward, IL 60553 815-396-2248.

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Christian Care Ministry is seeking to fill the position of Medical Bill Analyst in our Rock Falls; Office. This position is full-time and involves processing medical bills for payment.

Evening or weekend hours are not typically required.

Pay is commensurate with experience. Interested candidates sho uld send their resume to the attention of Sue Holland.

HVP VENDING Hiring Full Time Route Driver Sales Person Qualifications/ Requirements High School Diploma or GED Able to pass physical/Drug Screen Have excellent driving record Send Resume: HVP Vending P.O. Box 382 Morrison, IL 61270 Or Apply: HVP Vending 409 East Main St, Morrison, IL. 61270 815-772-4035

fax: 321-3087788 and our website is http:// mychristian care.org/Careers.

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Foster Care Worker Full time foster care caseworker position available at the Youth Service Bureau of Illinois Valley.

B.A. In human services with 2 years experience in human services required.

Salaried position with excellent benefits. Travel to Rock Falls, Sterling, Dixon and surrounding area necessary.

Send resume to: Youth Service Bureau of Illinois Valley, Attn: HR, 424 W. Madison St., Ottawa, IL 61350 or email resume to: hrs@ysbiv.org Place the word resume in the subject line.

E.O.E./Culturally Sensitive Employer Granny Rose Animal Shelter Kennel Help Wanted Summer weekend kennel person wanted. Must be at least 18 years of age and have experience with dog care. Some heavy duty work with pressure washer and maintenance as required. Applications will only be accepted on Tuesday, April 8 and Wednesday, April 9. No phone calls please.

Apply at Granny Rose Animal Shelter, 613 River Lane, Dixon, IL.

LEE COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT Seeking Civil Engineer with IL P.E. license or ability to obtain one within two years.

See Leecountyil.com for information.

LOCAL ROUTE DRIVER NEEDED Home every night. Class A preferred but Class B considered. Up to $16 per hour to start.

401K, health insurance, credit union, etc. Apply in person, 147 East 2nd Avenue, Rochelle, IL 61068

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NOW HIRING We currently have two opportunities available: Security Camera and Home Theater Installer Installation of security cameras and home theater systems. Successful candidate must have advanced knowledge of computers, networking, programming and be able to travel.

Car Audio Installer Must have a background in this industry. Successful candidate must have knowledge with installation of remote starts, custom woodworking and fabricating.

If you are ready for an exciting and ever changing career in the electronics industry please send or drop your resume to: Audio Video Connection, 117 S. Hennepin Ave., Dixon, IL 61021

sales.avc@gmail.com

NOW HIRING DRIVERS Local 60 hour/ 7day company.

Hourly pay, OT. Home nights.

Health, 401K, paid vacation.

Clean record a must. Hazmat a plus! Serious inquiries only.

Schoff Farm Service, Inc. 815-379-2777

NOW HIRING in Dixon and Rock Falls. Apply at 845 N. Galena, Dixon.

Now taking applications. Apply in person at: Forest Inn, 20657 Lincoln Hwy, Morrison.

Spring Help Needed Drivers with CDL are encouraged to apply at: Crop Production Services, Rt. 40, Manlius, 8a.m.-5p.m.

815-445-6951

Technician: Full-Time. Growing agricultural & truck repair shop is looking for an agricultural tech to join our team.

Qualified applicant must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, have good organizational skills and at least 3 years previous experience. Applicant must have a valid driver's license and prefer a CDL. Applicant must have knowledge of the new computer systems. Applicant must have their own tools.

Benefits include company uniforms with laundry service, health reimbursement and profit sharing.

Please apply in person (by appointment only Monday- Friday 7:30am 5pm) or send a resume to: Bryan's Repair Inc, 117 N Stanton St, Shannon, IL 61078 (815) 8642497.

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OPEN INTERVIEWS: MONDAY, APRIL 7TH 10-6pm Every Applicant on April 7th is guaranteed an interview!!

If you are an enthusiastic, caring individual plan to attend our Open Interviews at: Casa Willis 910 Woodburn Sterling, IL 61081

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Little Blessings Childcare has immediate daycare openings for infant-school age. 815-285-3811 Lic# 48927502 NO INDIVIDUAL, unless licensed or holding a permit as a childcare facility, may cause to be published any advertisement soliciting a child care service.* A childcare facility that is licensed or operating under a permit issued by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services may publish advertisements of the services for which it is specifically licensed or issued a permit. Sauk Valley Media strongly urges any parent or guardian to verify the validity of the license of any facility before placing a child in it's care. *Family homes that care for no more than three (3) children under the age of twelve or which receive only children from a single household, for less than 24 hours per day, are exempt from licensure as day care homes.

The three children to whom this exemption applies includes the family's natural or adopted children and any other persons under the age of 12 whether related or unrelated to the operator of the day care home. (DCFS Rule, Part 377.3 (c))

AUCTIONS

615

INDIAN ARTIFACT AUCTION April 6th 10AM 1375 E State Rt. 15 Belleville, IL Prehistoric, Historic, Post Historic & Contemporary Indian Artifacts and miscellaneous items 618-444-6889

www.lebonickauction.com

AREA GARAGE SALES 624 DIXON GARAGE SALES 624 Fri. & Sat. 8 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1 521 N. Dement Girls clothes 4-8, boys 4-10, baby clothes, household & misc., 2 prom dresses & a wedding dress, various furniture â&#x153;Ż SATURDAY â&#x153;Ż â&#x153;Żâ&#x153;Ż ONLY â&#x153;Żâ&#x153;Ż 8am-1pm 532 Vitale St. (off 4th Ave., near Jefferson School) Pool table with auto ball return & access., B&D cordless drill, brand new tool belts, home improvement instruction books, DHS grad. party decorations, children's books, lamps, frames, pictures, 19â&#x20AC;? color TV, toys, Longaberger baskets, collectibles, antique wood desk chair, ornate inlaid wood table with marble top & 2 drawers, lots of misc. Rain or shine

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Call us 625-3600 284-2222

POLO GARAGE SALES 624

PETS & PET SUPPLIES 775

MISCELLANEOUS 796 FOR SALE

ESTATE SALE 505 N. Thomas Ave., Polo Sat. April 5th 8am-4pm, Sun. April 6th 10am-4pm Living room sets, dining room tables and chairs, complete bedroom set, computer desks, heavy duty shelves, 3-wheeled bicycle & others, musical instruments, old 78 records, Longaberger, wooden ironing boards, misc. kitchen items & much more!

Free to Good Homes Part Red Heeler/Black Lab mix puppies 815590-6085 Male Tosa, (large dog.) 6 mo. Free to right home as coown. Call 815-6266382 evenings.

Lg. stack of Rough Sawn hardwood lumber, oak, walnut cherry, good for projects. $1,500 815-288-3301 New Fulmer motorcycle helmet XL, full face, blk, $50 815-732-6379 New in box.

Iphone 5 Coach hard plastic case. $20 815-677-0292

ROCK FALLS GARAGE SALES 624 RUMMAGE SALE Rock Falls United Methodist Church 210 4th Ave. Fri. April 4th 8-4 Sat. April 5th 8-2 Furniture, household items, toys, pictures & frames, home dĂŠcor, Holiday items, lots of misc. Children's clothing (up to size 6) SAT. ONLY, 8-2 28418 Knief Rd. (New Subdivi.)

Designer purses, patio rug, John Deere LT 155 riding mower, country dĂŠcor, bed spreads, clothing, shoes, Sony 50â&#x20AC;? projection T.V.-T.V. Stand, primitive, cupboard, rocking chair, cedar chest, micro wave, water cooler, food processor & lots of misc Saturday 7-12 616 5th Avenue Antique desk, 4 chairs, side table, sm. appliances, old bench, curtains, linens, Christian books and home dĂŠcor. All clothing 25¢ each.

815626-2878 Saturday Only 8-3 509 Wiker Drive Estate Sale Too much to list!

You don't want to miss this sale!!

STERLING GARAGE SALES 624 Estate Sale 110 S. 2nd Ave. Friday 4/4/14 10:00 AM-5:00PM Saturday 4/5/14 10:00 AM- 4:00 PM Sunday 4/6/14 10:00 AM- 2:00 PM

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES 705 I Buy: Antique furniture, fishing tackle, toys, post cards junk. 815-445-6151

GUNS & ARCHERY

706

â&#x2DC;&#x2026; NEW TODAY â&#x2DC;&#x2026; 22 long ammo.

FOID req. Call 815973-1334.

APPLIANCES

710

CLOVER HILLS LEASE TO OWN APPLIANCES TVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S MATTRESSES

815.625.8529

SPORTING GOODS

716

Basketball Hoop, adjustable, $25 815-213-3798

FURNITURE

755

Burlington honey pine trestle dining table 2 leaves, 6 chairs, buffet and hutch. $900 815625-7618 Mattress sets: Twin $99, Full $129, Queen $159, King $199. Will deliver! Kern Mattress Outlet, call 309452-7477.

Two Barrel back chairs, w/cane & green material. $50 815-857-2091

MEDICAL SUPPLIES

762

Like new hospital chair! $650 obo 815-973-6922

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS 765 Dulcimer, complete w/ carry case, tuner etc. $365. Call 815631-9681 Zum Stage One pedal steel, 3 pedal, 4 lever, E 9th, Emmons set up. $800. Call 815622-8913

PETS & PET SUPPLIES 775 Free 1 yr. old cat, calico.

Friendly cat. 815-499-7304

MASTIFF English AKC. Large pups from huge parents Champ lines. $950 Call 309-944-3917 Rabbit pen, outdoors, 36â&#x20AC;?Dx12'L x 16â&#x20AC;?H, with extras. $100. 973-9772 WARNING ADS FOR FREE PETS Your beloved pet deserves a loving, caring home. The ad for your free pet may draw response from individuals who will sell your animal for research or breeding purposes.

Please screen respondents carefully when giving an animal away.

Your pet will thank you!

LAWN MOWERS

779

â&#x2DC;&#x2026; NEW TODAY â&#x2DC;&#x2026; John Deer X320.

22 HP, 48â&#x20AC;? deck 235 hrs.

Riding mower. $2,850 815-973-3478

â&#x2DC;&#x2026; NEW TODAY â&#x2DC;&#x2026; Woods RM600 72â&#x20AC;? wide, 3 pt. hitch finished mower, $1000/obo 815438-2625 or 815213-1001

TICKETS / TRAVEL 787 & EVENTS 4 Indy 500 tickets, across from pits + parking pass $400 815-732-6379 Chicago Cubs tickets. All games reasonably priced.

815-978-2589 No person or business, unless properly licensed by the Illinois Secretary of State, may sell ticket(s) for any sporting event or otherwise, for more than the price printed upon the face of the said ticket(s).

Only licensed ticket brokers may legally advertise, negotiate and execute the sale of ticket(s) for any amount over what is printed upon the face of ticket.

ELECTRONICS

790

HP Computer 2 Printers + acces.

Exc condition $300 815-732-6379

TOOLS & MACHINERY

792

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jetâ&#x20AC;? 7 in. x 12 in. horizontal-vertical band saw, new.

Paid $1400. Asking $850 cash. 815915-3279 Dixon

MISCELLANEOUS 796 FOR SALE (2) Raynor Garage doors, complete.

7x18 & 7x9. Insulated. $600 total 815-946-3572 2000 oak kitchen cabinets Carpet 69¢sq/ft Builder Discount 626-4561 5,000 mulch, fertilizer, lawn care, Scott's Crad Grass Preventer. $25 Builders Discount 8mm Movie Projector, good cond. $50. 815-590-7499 Baby Lock Serger sewing machine. $75. 815-718-2868

â&#x2DC;&#x2026; NEW TODAY â&#x2DC;&#x2026; Beautiful Koi fish reasonably priced.

815-677-3902 Beautiful Prom dress, purple. Sz. 14. $75. Call 815499-9180 Beautiful Prom dress, size 13. $75.

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