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Seventh Avenue project starts soon Motorists will have to drive on gravel this fall and winter

BY PAM EGGEMEIER peggemeier@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5570 @pam_eggemeier

ROCK FALLS – Road work that has been a campaign

issue in several mayoral elections will finally be started this spring.

City officials have incurred the wrath of residents over the condition of Seventh Avenue for more than a decade.

“This was a big issue during the last election, and after many years, the agony for residents of this area will finally be over,” said Glen

Kuhlemier, an alderman in that ward.

The cost of the project – about $453,000 – dictated that it be spread over the 2015 and 2016 construction seasons. Excavation, rock fill and concrete will be worked on this year, and the roadway surface will be paved next year.

The accepted bids came in well below the engineer’s

estimates, said City Engineer Brian Frickenstein of the Willett, Hofmann & Associates engineering firm.

The engineer’s estimate for this year’s work came in at $425,000, and the 2016 phase at $121,000.

The low bid of $348,000 from Twin City Construction of Sterling was accepted for the first phase of the project. Martin & Company Excavating of Oregon

will do next year’s work at a cost of $104,875.

“The high bid for 2016 was more than $500,000, so we were happy with the total project cost,” Frickenstein said.

The work will extend from West Second to West Fifth streets, and then from West Fifth to West Sixth.

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History that’s to diorama for

Renovation project sits at standstill Searing: No contact with representatives made since last fall

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Terry Powell pays meticulous attention to detail when creating his dioramas. He sold his first two to the Air Classics Museum of Aviation at the Aurora Municipal Airport, which just opened for the season on Saturday, and he suspects this piece may end up there as well.

Man turns love of aviation, architecture into a model art form

BY ASHLEY POSKIN Special to Sauk Valley Media

STERLING – Every few years, Terry Powell combines his love of history, architecture, and building model aircraft into one art form: dioramas.

The word “diorama” might

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DIXON – Sauk Valley Community College will present its free spring choral concert at 3 p.m. Sunday at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 221 W. Third St. The SVCC concert choir will perform Vivaldi’s “Gloria in D major” with the church’s choir.

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bring back a few memories for you. Maybe you even made one during your school days.

Powell, 81, has built three to date (among many other things, mostly model airplanes) and plans to build another.

He sold the first two to local history museums, to curators much like himself, who are extremely interested in World War I and II aviation.

Powell’s interest in aviation and building started a long time ago. After graduating from Sterling High

School, he received a degree in architectural engineering from Bradley University in Peoria, and a master’s in industrial education from Western Illinois University in Macomb.

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ROCK FALLS – While McDonald’s prides itself on quick drive-thru visits, the city has been waiting 3 years for the corporation’s proposed construction project at 1003 First Ave. In 2011, the world’s largest fastfood restaurant chain kicked off the largest renovation plan in its history. A corporate redesign, costing upward of $1 billion, would give the restaurants a more modern, simple look. A majority of the sites were supposed to be completed by this year.

The redesign included larger exterior elements, such as flatter roofs and expanded drivethru areas, and interior decor changes that were to include wood furniture, flat-screen TVs and toned-down paint colors.

Prior to the redesign plan, the company had a timeline for rebuilding aging structures. The East Lincolnway McDonald’s in Sterling was done in 2000.

Rock Falls Building Inspector Mark Searing initially spoke to project representatives in 2012 about a total rebuild of the hightraffic restaurant. Searing’s most recent contact with them was last fall, and he doesn’t know where the project stands.

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ROCHELLE – There will be an Earth Day Fair and Recycling Event from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Lincoln Elementary School, 1450 20th St. It will be an opportunity for residents of Lee and Ogle counties to recycle items, learn about environmental topics, and enjoy activities for the kids.

Go to oglecounty.org and click on “Calendar” for more information.

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Catch a recital in Sterling

STERLING – Woodlawn Arts Academy students of Rhonda Hultgren will perform recitals at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Saturday at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 1701 16th Ave. Admission is free.

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Have chops and chips in Dixon

DIXON – Kiwanis Club of Dixon members will cook pork chops from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Saturday at Oliver’s Corner Market, 748 N. Brinton Ave. Chips also will be sold. Proceeds benefit the Kiwanis Eliminate Maternal Neonatal Tetanus project.

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FRANKLIN GROVE – It’s Blues and Bluegrass night today at the H.I. Lincoln Building, 136 N. Elm St. Open stage acoustic gospel, folk, country, blues and bluegrass will be performed beginning at 7 p.m. Admission is free, but donations are accepted.

Today’s weather High 78. Low 55.

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Then he and a buddy bummed around Peoria, with no money and no plans – other than to make some cash playing pinball in the local bars. They made enough for food and beer for the month – but it was no long-term plan for life, so soon after, he enlisted in the Army.

He passed his aviation test, but at that time there wasn’t a need for more pilots, so he was sent to an electronics school, then to a surveillance unit with the Army’s Special Forces.

Eventually he returned home and taught electronics at Sauk Valley Community College and, for 24 years, at Rock Falls High School.

His knowledge of architecture and industrial education comes in handy when working on dioramas.

Once inspiration strikes, he sketches his plans. His most recent, “1922 Midwest City July 4th Airshow,” features WWI planes and a variety of other historic details, meticulously rendered.

He calls the diorama’s town square Powell Field.

In it a man stands in front of the planes; he’s sort of the ring leader of the exhibition. At an exhibition back in the day, he would have been the one to get the crowd all worked up, sharing stories of the war, of the planes’ purposes, and of the heroic journeys they might have taken.

There’s also a tiny cemetery, a barber shop, a hot dog vendor, and children flying kites held up in the air by tiny, thin wires. It’s truly a glimpse back in time.

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All proceeds go to PADS Homeless Shelter in Di on.

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Walter L. Randolph, 29, of Cicero; 2:34 p.m.

Wednesday; warrant for unlawful possession of marijuana with intent to deliver, 30-500 grams; held at Lee County Jail and given notice to appear in court.

Jan Kramarz, 45, of Chicago; 1:38 p.m. Wednesday; warrant for failure to appear – contempt; held at Lee County Jail and given notice to appear in court.

Teddy B. Plummer, 23, of Chicago; 1:22 p.m.

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Want to see some of Terry Powell’s work?

The Air Classics Museum of Aviation is at 44W546 U.S. Route 30 in Sugar Grove, in the Aurora Municipal Airport.

It’s open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday through Nov. 22.

Find it on Facebook, go to www.airclassicsmuseum.org or call 630-466-0888 for admission prices and more information.

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Powell finds the pieces he uses to build his dioramas from various vendors. He scours eBay daily, seeking out rare kits. Some antique kits he comes across wouldn’t have cost more than $5 when they were first produced, but today can command a much higher price because they are so rare. The landscaping, people, and buildings can be sourced from model train kits.

He isn’t quite sure how many hours this particular diorama has taken him over the 4 months of construction. He works on the piece for a while, then takes a break and reads a book. If he needs inspiration while working, he’ll get out and walk, or take a drive in his sporty Mini Cooper, or his Audi convertible.

He sold his latest diorama to the Air Classics Museum of Aviation in Sugar Grove. He doesn’t have plans at the moment to relocate the “1922 Midwest City July 4th Airshow,” but thinks there is a good chance it will end up there, too.

Powell plans to take a short break over the

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POLICE Dixon Police Jacob D. Krug, 24, of Dixon; 1:23 a.m. Wednesday on Hemlock Avenue; domestic battery; taken to Lee County Jail.

Angelique R. Urrutia, 39, of Dixon; 1:23 a.m.

Wednesday in the 1200 block of South Peoria Avenue; Lee County warrant for failure to appear; taken to Lee County Jail.

Photos by Ashley Poskin/For Sauk Valley Media

BIRTHDAYS Happy birthday to Alma Bohm, Darren Erickson, April Hemminger, 59, Arlene Grobe, Charles Smith, Mildred O’Rorke, 86, Jannell Spoor, and Debbie Delgado, all today.

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IN BRIEF Terry Powell (top) works on a Lysander, a WWII rescue plane that was built to be lightweight and super powerful, so it could quickly drop in to any area and rescue soldiers. In addition to his historic- and aviation-themed dioramas (shown above), the retired Rock Falls High electronics teacher also builds model airplanes in his spare time. summer to do some travelling, and then it’s back at it. This time he plans to play around

with elevation and might work up a western town set during the time of the gold rush.

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The 72-year-old Democrat said his age and his health were factors in the decision. Bright said he’s going to have surgery for severe back problems.

EAST ALTON (AP) – The mayor of East Alton is retiring after 18 years of leading St. Louis suburb.

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Record clerk Josh Kelly checks the condition of a used LP record at Vintage Vinyl Records Tuesday in Fords, N.J. A recent Rutgers graduate, Kelly is working at the record store while he tries to land a job in journalism or radio programming.

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College grads are in high demand Companies are doing a hard sell to attract talent WASHINGTON (AP) – The consulting and accounting firm EY is aggressively recruiting on college campuses this spring. The company formerly known as Ernst & Young plans to hire 9,000 graduates from U.S. universities this year, up from 7,500 in 2014. But recruiting isn’t as easy as it used to be. “I’m seeing a lot more competition� from rival employers, says Dan Black, EY’s Americas recruiting leader.

That’s good news for college seniors and graduate students preparing to accept diplomas this spring, and a sign that new graduates will fare better than they did in 2014. The Labor Department reported on Thursday that the unemployment rate for Americans in their 20s who received a 4-year or advanced degree last year rose to 12.4 percent from 10.9 percent in 2013.

In a survey of employers last fall, the employment center found that hiring of graduates with 4-year degrees will rise 16 percent this year.

In particular, employer demand for so-called STEM graduates – in science, technology, engineering and mathematics – is high. “We can’t graduate

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Story on Page A5 enough engineers,� said Holly Proffitt, employer relations coordinator in the career services office at Arkansas State University.

Still, many recent college grads are struggling and have yet to enjoy a full recovery from the dark days of the Great Recession.

In a report last year, researchers at the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco found that wages for recent college graduates haven’t kept up with overall wages since the Great Recession. Between 2007 and 2014, median wages for all full-time workers rose 15 percent. For recent college grads, they rose just 6 percent. The same thing happened after the 2001 recession: College grads’ wages lagged behind everyone else’s as the economy recovered, the report said.

The Michigan State survey found that 62 percent of employers were planning to keep starting wages flat for college grads compared to last year; 37 percent planned to increase starting salaries. The increases tended to range from 3 percent to 5 percent.

The use of electronic cigarettes by high school students tripled from 2013-14 – a surprising boom that threatens to wipe out hard-won gains in the fight against teen smoking, a new government report says.

The percentage of American high school students who smoked traditional cigarettes on a regular basis dropped from 15.8 percent in 2011 to 9.2 percent in 2014, according to a study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

But that drop has been more than offset by increases in e-cigarette use, which increased from 1.5 percent of high school students in 2011 to 13.4 percent in 2014, the study says.

E-cigarettes are now the most popular tobacco product used by both high school and middle school students, the federal data show.

As a result, overall tobacco use by high school students – including the use of cigars, pipes, hookahs, bidis, snus and other smokeless tobacco – has remained essentially flat, with nearly 1 in 4 students using some kind of tobacco product.

With their colorful designs and candy-store flavors, e-cigarettes – battery-powered devices that heat a nicotine solution into a vapor – seem perfectly designed to get kids and teens hooked on nicotine, many public health experts say. The Food and Drug Administration defines e-cigarettes as a tobacco prod-

uct because they use nicotine.

Some experts fear e-cigarettes are becoming a “gateway drug� that makes young people more inclined to try traditional cigarettes, cigars or other dangerous products. “They’re like cigarettes on training wheels,� said University of California, San Francisco, tobacco researcher Stanton Glantz.

The new study, based on data from the National Youth Tobacco Survey and released Thursday in the CDC’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, doesn’t prove that hypothesis. But it isn’t exactly reassuring either.

The CDC study backs up a Monitoring the Future report released in December by the University of Michigan, which found that twice as many eighth- and 10th-graders had used e-cigarettes in the previous month than had smoked traditional cigarettes. E-cigarettes were also more popular among 12th-graders, 17 percent to 14 percent.

The Michigan report was the first to show that

e-cigarettes had become teens’ tobacco product of choice.

Their appeal extends to students in middle schools, the new CDC study shows. In 2014, 3.9 percent of students in grades 6 through 8 were using e-cigarettes. That was well above the 2.5 percent rate for traditional cigarettes and for hookahs.

Glantz said he was particularly troubled because “the epidemic was building from the bottom up.�

Unlike traditional smoking, a habit that has trickled down from adults to kids, e-cigarettes seem to be gaining the strongest foothold with the youngest users and expanding upward, he said.

He added that psychology studies suggest that many kids who pick up e-cigarettes would never have tried traditional cigarettes. “This is explosive growth,� he said. “If we were talking about the spread of any other toxic chemical it would be a public health crisis.�

Michael Siegel, a pro-

fessor of community health sciences at Boston University’s School of Public Health, said that public health advocates were drawing the wrong conclusion from the study. “The CDC should be celebrating that we’re seeing a decline in youth smoking,� he said.

If vaping is a gateway to smoking regular cigarettes, he added, the data would have revealed an increase in their use. “We’re getting kids off tobacco,� he said. “That’s the goal.�

The FDA has been trying to regulate e-cigarettes since 2009, first as medical devices and later as tobacco products. But legal challenges, a lack of clear-cut data on their health effects and other hurdles have slowed the effort. “These staggering increases in such a short time underscore why FDA intends to regulate these additional products to protect public health,� said Mitch Zeller, director of the Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Tobacco Products.

IN BRIEF People face prison in cigarette case ST. LOUIS (AP) – Ten Chicago residents are facing federal charges alleging they conspired to buy contraband cigarettes in St. Louis and took them back to Chicago to sell them.

The suspects, ages 24 through 36, were indicted April 8 on one count each of conspiracy to traffic in contraband cigarettes.

All 10 could face up to 5 years in prison if convicted.

Federal prosecutors say the suspects allegedly earned millions of dollars.

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OBITUARIES Lorraine N. Dykema MORRISON – Lorraine N. Dykema, 89, of Resthave Home in Morrison, died Monday, April 13, 2015, at the home. She farmed east of Morrison with her husband.

Lorraine was born July 25, 1925, in Morrison, the daughter of Peter and Dora (Dykstra) Vos. She married Irvin Dykema on Jan. 30, 1948, in Morrison.

He preceded her in death on Nov. 23, 1991. Lorraine was a member of Ebenezer Reformed Church in Morrison.

Survivors include one daughter, Gayle (David) Swigart of Petersburg; two sons, Greg (Connie) Dykema of Geneseo and Mark (LaVonne) Dykema of Morrison; nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two step-great-grandchil-

dren; and one sister, Evelyn Griffith of Monroe, Wisconsin.

She also was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Pauline Wilkens; her half sister, Faye Vandermyde; and her half brother, DuWayne Vos. Visitation will be from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Monday and the funeral at 11 a.m. Monday at Ebenezer Reformed Church, with Ken Renkes, director of congregational care, officiating. Interment will be at Grove Hill Cemetery in Morrison. Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home in Morrison is handling arrangements.

Memorials have been established to Resthave Home and Ebenezer Reformed Church.

Visit bosmarenkes.com to send condolences.

Viola M. Parkinson MORRISON – Viola M. Parkinson, 87, of Morrison, died Wednesday, April 15, 2015, at her home.

Viola was born July 6, 1927, in Van Pelton, the daughter of Alfred and Geraldine (Langford) Strock.

She married Robert B. “Bob” Parkinson on Dec. 29, 1945, in Sterling.

He preceded her in death on July 5, 2008. Bob and Vi farmed for many years before their retirement.

She was a member of First Christian Church in Sterling.

Survivors include one daughter, Sue (Arlyn) Ottens of Morrison; two sons, Ken (fiancée Linda Pingel) Parkinson of Erie and Richard (Deb) Parkinson of Rock Island;

six grandchildren; seven stepgrandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

She also was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Don Dauen.

Visitation will be from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. Monday and the funeral at 2 p.m. Monday at Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home in Morrison, with the Rev. Chris Byrd, pastor of Open Bible Fellowship in Morrison, officiating. Interment will be at Grove Hill Cemetery in Morrison.

Memorials have been established to Gaffey Hospice and Open Bible Fellowship.

Visit bosmarenkes.com to send condolences.

FUNERAL SERVICES FOR THE WEEK Today’s visitations: Wilma J. Wolfley of Polo, 9:30-11 a.m. at Faith Discovery Church in Polo.

Samuel Beattie of Rock Falls, 1-2 p.m. at McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls.

Walter J. Janoskey of Dixon, 4-7 p.m., with a 6:30 p.m. Scripture service, at Jones Funeral Home in Dixon.

Carol A. Hadaway of Prophetstown, 5-7 p.m. at McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls.

Dorothy J. Reins of Sterling, 5-7 p.m. at Schilling Funeral Home in Sterling.

Gary W. Isom of Dixon, 5-7:30 p.m., with a 7:30 p.m.

Masonic service, at PrestonSchilling Funeral Home in Dixon.

Today’s funerals: Bette L. McIlvenna of Rock Falls, 10:30 a.m. at McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls.

Wilma J. Wolfley of Polo, 11 a.m. at Faith Discovery Church in Polo.

Iris L. Kelly of Franklin Grove, 1 p.m. graveside service at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens in Dixon.

Samuel Beattie of Rock Falls, 2 p.m. at McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls.

Saturday visitations: Alma A. “Amy” McElhiney of Sterling, formerly of Tam-

pico, 9-10:30 a.m. at Garland Funeral Home in Tampico.

Saturday funerals: Dorothy J. Reins of Sterling, 10 a.m. at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Sterling.

Alma A. “Amy” McElhiney of Sterling, formerly of Tampico, 10:30 a.m. at Garland Funeral Home in Tampico.

Walter J. Janoskey of Dixon, 10 a.m. prayer service at Jones Funeral Home in Dixon, followed by 10;30 a.m.

Mass at St. Anne Catholic Church in Dixon.

Gary W. Isom of Dixon, 10:30 a.m. at First Christian Church Disciples of Christ in Dixon.

Carol A. Hadaway of Prophetstown, 11 a.m. memorial service at McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls.

Monday visitations: Lorraine N. Dykema of Morrison, 9:30-11 a.m. at Ebenezer Reformed Church in Morrison.

Viola M. Parkinson of Morrison, 12:30-2 p.m. at Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home in Morrison.

Monday funerals: Lorraine N. Dykema of Morrison, 11 a.m. at Ebenezer Reformed Church in Morrison.

Viola M. Parkinson of Morrison, 2 p.m. at Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home in Morrison.

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BRADLEY

Implants allow toddler to hear Boy loves music, watching ‘Wheel of Fortune’ on TV

BY DENNIS YOHNKA The Daily Journal Distributed by The Associated Press

BRADLEY – It’s impossible to measure how much an infant might enjoy hearing a mom’s lullaby. But, maybe, the pleasure belongs more to the mother who yearns to offer a soothing voice as she bonds with her child.

So, how do parents and children come to grip with those needs when the infant is deaf?

Sarah and Keith Dombkowski, of Bradley, faced those circumstances when their son, Lyndon, was born in 2013 without the ability to hear. Their other children Carter, 15, and Kennedy, 5, had no significant setbacks as infants. This problem seemed to come out of nowhere.

The Hearing Loss Association of America estimates there are more than 48 million coping with hearing loss in this country. But numbers really don’t matter when it’s your baby who doesn’t hear your nighttime story books or your good morning greetings.

Medical procedures require that infant hearing is tested before children leave the obstetric

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Lyndon Dombkowski reacts to the television at his home March 5 in Bradley. Lyndon, who was born deaf, received his first cochlear implant at just 9 months old and his second at 15 months. He’s just a normal 18-month-old, his mother Sarah said, and he loves music and watching “Wheel of Fortune.” unit, but finding the source of the loss takes time. Cochlear implant technology has been available since the mid1970s, but use, especially with young children, requires extensive study.

In general, an infant is not even eligible to begin the heavy testing regimen until they are 9 months old.

“It was a long protocol, but they eventually determined that Lyndon had a genetic defect,” Sarah said.

“It was stressful,” Keith said. “The MRI was difficult, and then he still needed two CAT scans and another MRI. He wound up being sedated five or six times before

he was 18 months old.”

“It was hard, but you have to start building those synapses that convert the sounds into information,” Sarah added.

The surgery involves drilling into the skull behind the ear. An electronic device is implanted. A processor transfers the sounds, but making sense of the noises is a learning process for the patient.

“It took a while, but now we see signs every day that he’s transitioning to a hearing person,” Keith said. “He knows the sound of the dryer and the microwave. He watches the ‘Wheel of Fortune’ on TV and he

claps, too, when the wheel spins.”

Helping him learn to process and work with all of the new sounds in his life is an ongoing effort for the family and Lyndon’s early intervention specialist, Jami Baumgartner. According to Sarah, they have some ground to make up.

“He was definitely different than the other kids. He doesn’t verbalize much, but he still gets his point across,” Sarah said. “He seems to be advanced in some tactile ways. I don’t know how many 1-year-old boys can unscrew a water bottle, but he’s very perceptive that way.”

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“I talked to their architect, and part of the conversation was about stormwater requirements,” Searing said.

“They said they didn’t know if they were going to do a rebuild or renovations, and I haven’t heard from them since.”

A city ordinance requires that businesses and residential structures on more than an acre and a half of property control runoff.

“That intersection will flood up to the curb with heavy rains, so we

talked about retention or detention options,” Searing said.

Searing said the architect would present the information to the developers and then call him back. The call still hasn’t come.

An inquiry was made about the cost of new construction and remodeling permits, but the process wasn’t taken any further.

“They weren’t sure which way they wanted to go, so they asked about both types of permits, but they haven’t applied for one yet,” Searing said.

The company did not respond to requests for comment.

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Rock Falls officials don’t know what the status is for plans by McDonald’s to reconstruct its restaurant on First Avenue, pictured in this 2013 file photo.

McDonald’s in 2012 said it planned to rebuild the restaurant, but Rock Falls Building Inspector Mark Searing said he hasn’t spoken to project representatives since last fall.

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Kuhlemier said the road was made a priority because it’s been the subject of so many complaints – which he believes were richly deserved.

“The surface is so irregular, and it got much worse with the wet springs and summers we’ve had because it retained a great deal of

water,” Kuhlemier said.

“The curbs were from the horse-and-buggy era.”

Frickenstein agreed that the Seventh Avenue road project is long overdue.

“This road needed to be retired a long time ago,” Frickenstein said. “A lot of water line work had been done, and the curb had settled so much over time that all you can see is mud in places.”

City workers did some

preliminary water work last summer, installing new water mains for residents in the project area.

Frickenstein said he is planning for work to begin by May 15. This year’s work will include storm sewer, inlets, driveways, sidewalks, excavating, backfilling and stormwater – just about everything except the final paving.

A problem with doing the project over 2 years is that motorists will be

driving on gravel this fall and winter. The paving won’t be finished until late spring or early summer of next year.

“Residents will have to put up with rock for a couple seasons, but I think they’ll be happy with the end result,” Frickenstein said.

This year’s work should be finished sometime in August, and the projected completion date for the entire project is June 17, 2016.

day. It now heads to the Senate.

Republican state Rep. Keith Sommer of Morton is sponsoring the proposal.

He told fellow lawmakers on

the chamber floor that the bill is a tribute to how much pumpkin Illinois produces.

IN BRIEF Medical marijuana chief stepping down CHICAGO (AP) — The coordinator of the Illinois medical marijuana pilot program is stepping down May 6 to go into private law practice.

Catherine Kelly, a spokeswoman for Gov. Bruce Rauner, confirmed Thursday that Bob Morgan is leaving state government. The Chicago Sun-Times first reported the news.

Morgan, who is currently on paternity leave, forwarded a statement to The Associated Press. He says it’s been “an incredible honor” to lead the state’s medical cannabis

program. His statement thanks former Gov. Pat Quinn for appointing him and Rauner for retaining him in the position.

Morgan says he plans to continue “advocating for Illinois patients with debilitating medical conditions.” He says he has “confidence in the longterm success of the pilot program.”

The Rauner administration hasn’t announced a replacement for Morgan.

Amtrak: Proposal would cause cuts SPRINGFIELD (AP) – An official with Amtrak says service reductions in Illinois will happen if

budget cuts proposed by Gov. Bruce Rauner are approved.

Amtrak representatives testified Thursday to the Senate Appropriations Committee on its proposed fiscal year 2016 budget.

Derrick James is a senior manager of government affairs for the publicly funded railroad. He says the proposal to reduce Amtrak’s state funding from $42 million to $26 million would result in service cuts.

James says Amtrak would take direction from the Illinois Department of Transportation on which state routes would be impacted.

House gives OK to pumpkin pie SPRINGFIELD (AP) – Pumpkin pie could be the new official state pie of Illinois.

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DIXON – MaryAnn Burdette of Oregon has been looking for a job for more than a year.

Burdette, who previously worked in customer service at a grocery store, has applied for 70 jobs and had five interviews.

She attended a job fair Thursday at Sauk Valley Community College looking for a new opportunity.

“I’m just trying to see what there is to offer out there,” Burdette, 57, said.

“I’m looking for something in customer service, clerical or anything in payroll.”

Burdette was one of more than 300 people who attended the annual job fair.

Fifty vendors set up booths for the event, up from 40 last year. They included representatives from KSB Hospital, U.S. Cellular, Sauk Valley Community College and E.D. Etnyre Co.

George Estrada, 61, of Sterling fills out paperwork at the job fair. Estrada has been unemployed since December.

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Sensient Human Resources representatives Julie Bearstler and Misti Kilburn greet a visitor to their booth Thursday during an annual job fair at Sauk Valley Community College. Fifty vendor booths were available for the potential job seekers.

“We want to connect our students in the community with employers in the area that need skilled workers,” said Anita Carney, business services coordinator at Sauk.

“People need jobs in the area and there are jobs available.”

Christina Rivera, a representative from Etnyre products in Dixon, said the company has manufacturing positions available and she wants the students to know about them.

“We want to show up and get out there for the

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Dixon Wendy’s helps storm victims

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DIXON – Damon Krick, general manager of Wendy’s restaurant in Dixon, said it was an honor to bring tornado victims in Fairdale chili and Frosties.

Representatives from Wendy’s in Dixon, Sterling, Minooka and Morris spent 4 hours in Fairdale on Thursday morning handing out 400 bowls of chili and 800 Frosties to tornado victims and to those helping to restore the town.

“We went through all of the food,” Krick said.

“People who are working and cleaning up in Fairdale are heroes.”

Two people were killed,

DIXON – Bloody Gulch Road will be closed part of the day Friday and Monday for repair work.

Dixon city officials said the repairs will complete work to bring sections of the road into compliance with state regulations.

Specific times for the closures were not provided.

Call Dixon City Hall at 815-288-1485 for more information.

Local PFLAG group will meet Sunday DIXON – PFLAG Sauk Valley will meet at 2:30 p.m. Sunday in the Eels room at St. Luke Episcopal Church, 221 W. Third St. Barb Schwamberger, local PFLAG member and founder, will talk about building new allies in the health care and faith communities.

The entrance to the meeting room is in the alley off Third Street, behind Dixon Public Library.

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Krick said a police escort was needed to get all the

food into Fairdale, which is still trying to recover from the storm.

“We all got together to do this massive donation for Fairdale,” Krick said.

“It was pretty impressive.”

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“People have been asking how they can apply for jobs,” she said.

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Time for state to end tax credits, crony capitalism EDGE program makes taxpayers ‘sure-fire losers’

Jim Morin, MorinToons Syndication

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Election stirs up problems E

lections are supposed to solve problems, aren’t

they?

Voters gather on Election Day to pass judgment on which people they want to lead various units of government.

The ones with the most votes are elected, they take office soon thereafter, and then they take on the problems that all elected officials are called upon to deal with.

Well, sometimes elections create problems.

The April 7th Consolidated Election is a case in point.

Voters in the Rock Falls High School District and the Sauk Valley Community College District created a problem for Dennis Fulrath of Rock Falls.

Fulrath chose to run for seats on both boards in the April 7 election.

Through his dual candidacy, Fulrath would have been pleased to simply be elected to one of the boards.

But voters elected him to both, which created a problem.

After consulting with various officials, including the Illinois Attorney General’s office, Fulrath determined that a conflict of interest could

What we think In no fewer than three races, voters created problems for candidates running in the April 7th election. One candidate already resolved his problem. Other candidates will have to deal with theirs. exist if he served on both boards. That is because the Rock Falls High and SVCC districts exchange contracts for dual credit courses, and, as Fulrath explained it, if one person served on both boards, the contract might be challenged in court.

Exercising an abundance of caution, Fulrath decided to decline his election to the Rock Falls High position, and accept his election as a new trustee on the SVCC Board.

Problem solved.

THE SECOND problem was created by Dixon voters when they elected a city employee, firefighter Jesse Arjes, to the Dixon City Council.

Various opinions exist as to what degree Arjes’ presence on the City Council would create conflicts of interest, as he would be asked to vote on issues surrounding the fire department,

firefighters’ contracts, and so forth.

One expert quoted in a Sauk Valley Media story last week, Roger Huebner with the Illinois Municipal League, cautioned that Arjes would have to be extremely careful when voting on issues that might pose a direct or indirect conflict, because some statutes carry criminal penalties if violated.

Arjes has said that he is not concerned with conflicts becoming a detriment. “I think it’s something that’s going to be workable,” he said.

Arjes said he’s been advised to consult the city attorney as to when to abstain from votes, although Huebner recommended that someone in Arjes’ position retain a private lawyer for guidance.

THE THIRD PROBLEM centers on the Dixon Park District, where voters elected three mem-

bers of the same family to the board.

Ron Pritchard and his son, Steve Pritchard, won 4-year seats with 1,413 votes and 1,231 votes, respectively. Five write-in candidates vied for the third seat; Benjamin Nagy, with 522 votes, was elected.

For a 2-year seat, Nicole Pritchard, with 1,416 votes, won over write-in candidate John Weitzel, who got 468 votes.

The seat of the fifth board member, incumbent Shane Miller, was not up for election.

As we’ve previously discussed, it’s quite unusual to have three members of the same family on a five-person board. The Pritchards, voting en masse, could carry the day as far as any decisions that are to be made by the board.

In December, Don Craven, an attorney for the Illinois Press Association, told an SVM reporter: “It’s going to be a problem. It’s not a legal problem. It’s just going to be a real problem, in terms of openness.”

Voters created the problems with Arjes and the Pritchards, but it will be up to the newly elected officials to deal with them.

THE READER’S VOICE

Tuition discount helpful to state’s competitiveness LINDA BROOKHART Springfield

There’s a common refrain at the Capitol this session: We need to make Illinois more competitive.

Yet one proposal would make an already challenging environment even more difficult for Illinois public universities to compete for top faculty and student talent.

House Bill 403 would end the 50 percent

EDITORIAL BOARD Jennifer Baratta Jim Dunn Sam R Fisher Sheryl Gulbranson Larry Lough Jeff Rogers

tuition discount that children of state university employees receive to go to an Illinois public university. We can’t afford to fund our universities, supporters argue, so why continue this perk for employees?

Yes, employees value this discount. It’s an important part of the compensation package. But it’s about much more than that.

The tuition waiver is a recruiting and retention tool. I am hearing from many association members who came to Illinois, among many other choices where they could have taught and

worked, to plant roots here because they knew their children could plant their roots here, too, with an affordable education.

Universities bear the brunt of the costs from the tuition discount. But they embrace the waivers, knowing their faculty stay and students come to their campuses because of it.

When we are changing pension and health care plans, slashing funding for our campuses, and even talking about turning them into private institutions, we make our neighboring states salivate at the thought of

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our high-caliber intellectual talent – faculty, staff and students – heading across the borders.

The waivers cost less than $10 million statewide last year and benefited more than 2,100 students. What will keep these students and their families here without them?

We need competitive advantages at Illinois universities, not another hurdle that will send students and faculty elsewhere.

Note to readers: Linda Brookhart is the executive director of State Universities Annuitants Association.

SPRINGFIELD – When it comes to business, Illinois government has churned out more sweetheart deals over the past decade than a lovelorn teenager on Valentine’s Day. We have taken to paying businesses to move here. And if they threaten to leave, we’ll give them more bucks to just stick around.

In other words, the politicians in Springfield think they can decide better than consumers who the winners and losers in the marketplace should be.

Folks, the only sure-fire losers in this scheme are ordinary taxpayers.

We are paying higher taxes so some big business can pay less.

Worse yet, we are asking mom-and-pop businesses to compete against corporate behemoths that are sucking in the subsidies.

Liberals call the practice “corporate welfare.”

Conservatives call it “crony capitalism.”

I’ll just call it plain wrong.

Since 2001, the state has doled out about $1 billion in giveaways to corporations through the EDGE tax credit program.

And most of that money didn’t go to companies bringing jobs to Illinois.

Instead, it went to companies threatening to move jobs out of the state.

Talk about rewarding bad behavior.

SO, WHY DOES government do this? The answer is simple: politics.

Politicians love to cut ribbons for new businesses and claim credit for jobs.

One of the many problems with such claims is no one really knows how many jobs are created, retained, or lost by a particular action.

When one business gets special help, its competitor down the street may have to lay off workers because they can no longer compete.

In the waning weeks of his administration, Gov. Pat Quinn promised about $100 million to companies.

Scott Reeder is a reporter in residence for the Illinois Policy Institute.

Contact him at sreeder@ illinoispolicy. org.

When he took office in January, Gov. Bruce Rauner put those promises on hold.

BUT LAST WEEK, HE freed the money for those businesses.

A Rauner spokeswoman told me Friday that the administration felt it should honor the commitments made by the previous administration.

She added the governor is now evaluating the longterm policy on incentives.

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Since 2001, the state has doled out about $1 billion in giveaways to corporations through the EDGE tax credit program.

And most of that money didn’t go to companies bringing jobs to Illinois. Instead, it went to companies threatening to move jobs out of the state.

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Scott Reeder

“DCEO is continuing to meet with companies on all incentive requests, but at this point, they are only providing fiscal incentives for job creation, not retention,” Lindsey Walters said.

Well, that’s a step in the right direction. But it doesn’t go far enough.

It’s time for the EDGE program to come to an end.

The best way to promote jobs in Illinois is to improve the business climate for all employers – not just a select few.

Note to readers: Scott Reeder’s column is underwritten by the Illinois Policy Institute.

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Tippecanoe Battlefield Interpretive Center and History Store

This monument calls to mind the Battle of Tippecanoe in Battle Ground, Indiana, in which Gen. William Henry Harrison clashed with the Prophet, a Native American leader, at Prophet’s Town. The village was founded by the Prophet and his brother, Tecumseh, in 1808.

Tippecanoe and visitors, too Indiana Battlefield recalls lost dream of brothers

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

BATTLE GROUND, Indiana – The Battle of Tippecanoe was a long time ago – 1811, in fact – yet it continues to have an impact today.

From a presidential election and a Methodist campground to a tourist attraction, the site began as Prophet’s Town, founded in 1808 by Tecumseh and Tenskwatawa, the Prophet, Shawnee brothers. Through their efforts, it became the capital of a Native American confederacy.

Concerned about the rising power of the brothers, Gen. William Henry Harrison, governor of the Indiana Territory, sent 1,000 troops to destroy the town when Tecumseh was away.

According to the Tippecanoe website, the ultimate result was that the Prophet attacked before an arranged meeting and was defeated. His people abandoned their town and their supplies, leaving it for Harrison to burn.

Harrison went on to become a U.S. president. The battlefield was remembered in his slogan, “Tippecanoe and Tyler, too,” and it was the site of an 1840 political rally.

In 1857, the Northwest Indiana

Conference of the Methodist Church purchased property around the battlefield and started a campground for tourists, which is no longer open.

The battlefield is a National Historic Landmark and has a monument, which was erected in 1908. It’s operated by the Tippecanoe County Park Board.

The museum there is run by the Tippecanoe County Historical Society.

Visitors can walk around the battleground and visit the museum. The site includes hiking, a nature center, gift shop, picnic area and a collection of artifacts.

Of particular note is a display of 51 rifles and long guns that were made in the early 1800s on up through the start of World War ll. Several pieces were created in that area by Bixler & Iddings and Thomas Underwood.

To get a flavor of the era of the battlefield, visitors can attend the 48th annual Feast of Hunter’s Moon Oct. 3-4. Typically, the feast involves re-enactors, demonstrations, food, music, and military maneuvers. It’s at the site of Fort Quiatenon, along the Wabash River, 4 miles southwest of West Lafayette, Indiana. It’s a good time to see history repeat itself.

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What: Tippecanoe Battlefield Where: 200 Battle Ground Ave., Battle Ground, Indiana Hours: Interpretative center open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., except Wednesdays Cost: $5 for adults, $4 for seniors, AAA and active military, and $2 for children Information: tippecanoehistory.org/battlefield. htm or call the Tippecanoe County Historical Society at 765-476-8411 or the site at 765-567-2147.

What happened to them Tecumseh: Died Oct. 5, 1813, age 45, during the Battle of the Thames, War of 1812, Ontario, Canada The Prophet: Died in 1836 near Kansas City, Kansas President William Henry Harrison: Died in office April 4, 1841; served 30 days as president – Information from Wikapedia and Tippecanoe Battlefield website

LEFT: A Native American exhibit is among the displays at the Tippecanoe Battlefield Interpretive Center and History Store in Battle Ground, Indiana.

RIGHT: Books line the shelves at Tippecanoe Battlefield Interpretive Center and History Store.

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If you’re thinking about adding a swimming pool to your backyard, then chances are the cost of the project is a top concern.

Asking a local pool company how much a project will cost, however, is like asking how much a house costs to build. There’s no one size-fits-all answer.

You have to factor in many elements of an in-ground pool cost, according to the Association of Pool and Spa Professionals, such as size, additions, water features, screen enclosures, heaters and patio designs.

“I’ve seen examples of homeowners getting hit with such costs after the start of the project by their pool company many, many times,” says Marcus Sheridan, with River Pools and Spas in Warsaw, Va. Sheridan says that an occasional hidden cost is inevitable, and that “most can and should be caught, or at least brought to light, beforehand.”

Here are six hidden costs that can derail even the best-planned pool installation budget.

• Dirt hauling: When an in-ground swimming pool is built, a significant amount of dirt comes out of the ground and has to go somewhere. Always find out before the digging starts if dirt hauling is included in the cost of the project.

• Lawn and landscaping: The process of putting in an in-ground swimming pool requires a lot of heavy equipment. That’s bad news for your manicured lawn.

Any grass in this area, and perhaps on the path to the pool location, will need to be seeded or replaced after a pool installation.

• Extra concrete: Homeowners often forget they will need patio space around the pool, which usually means more concrete. The cost of additional patio space is usually the most expensive option to the pool.

• Electrical: Some pool builders include electrical hook-up in their standard package, while others treat it as a separate invoice. The extent of an electrical job is based on how many items, such as pool lights and spas, the homeowner requests.

Make sure you know where it falls on your invoice.

• Fencing: Almost every city requires a pool be behind a fence of some form. It’s almost always better to have the fence addressed at the same time the swimming pool and patio are planned.

• Retaining walls: These structures can be pricey.

They also have extreme importance in terms of pool and deck stability, as well as proper yard drainage. Be sure to get the price settled before the project starts.

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Ready for yardwork? Make sure equipment’s ready, too Tribune News Service

Put away the snowblower and tune up the lawn mower because what passes for spring these days has arrived.

The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute offers some tips for proper and safe operation of all the things you need to keep your yard looking marvelous: Use the right equipment for the task. Select a “right-sized” product. Ask your retailer/ dealer for assistance in size, capabilities, power sources and features that fit your needs.

Assign the right person to use the equipment, and allow only responsible adults familiar with the instructions to operate it. Young people may not be physically or developmentally ready to operate them.

Read the equipments’ owner’s manual.

Regularly inspect your equipment for loose belts and missing or damaged parts. Install clean air filters so your engine and equipment run optimally.

Have your mower’s cutting blades sharpened so it will operate more efficiently, cutting your lawn more cleanly and making it healthier.

Know your terrain.

When operating on slopes, select the appropriate equipment.

Clear the area being managed. Remove any debris, wires, branches, nails, rocks, or metal that could become projectiles if thrown by the blades of a lawn mower or other equipment.

Wear substantial shoes, long pants, and closefitting clothes. You also may want to wear eye or hearing protection, or both.

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Rude and food are two ingredients that don’t mix Dear Abby, My wife and I have a friend, “Jonah,” whom we love dearly, but he has no filter. He’s college-educated, has a white-collar job and is over 50.

The problem is, anytime we invite him for dinner or take food items to his house, he makes horrible remarks about my wife’s cooking, particularly when it’s a holiday party based on my wife’s Slavic heritage.

My wife is a really good cook. No one else makes fun of these foods, many of which are common in the U.S., but Jonah makes negative comments every time. I have told him that it’s rude, and so has my wife.

We would hate not inviting him to future parties with our usual crowd, but it gets me upset when he does this.

My wife has actually prepared an alternative meal for him so he won’t have to eat the “heritage-style” food. He even makes snide comments when I bring foods popular in other parts of the U.S. Abby, do we continue inviting him or not?

– In a Food Fight in New Hampshire

like the food at your parties, stop inviting him.

And because he doesn’t appreciate the effort when you bring regional food to his home, stop doing that, too.

If he asks why he wasn’t included, feel free to give him an “unfiltered” answer. If you visit him, bring a generic house gift, such as nuts, a box of candy, a bottle of wine. If he doesn’t accept it graciously, stop doing that, too.

With a “friend” like Jonah, it would be better to socialize at a restaurant that serves food he does like, or at an activity that doesn’t revolve around food. I am amazed that you have tolerated his behavior this long.

Dear in a Food Fight, Because Jonah has indicated that he doesn’t

Dear Abby, My husband helps with the kids and with the

dearABBY Abigail Van Buren’s (Jeanne Phillips) column appears during the week through Universal Press Syndicate.

housework. But he never remembers holidays and special occasions. We have been married 15 years.

I have talked to him about how hurtful this is, but it never helps. I want him to think about me and put some effort into getting me something.

My friends say, “How can you complain? He helps you do housework!” What do you think?

– Wife of an Imperfect Husband Dear Wife, If the problem is that your husband doesn’t know what to buy for you, offer some suggestions.

If he simply can’t remember the date – and some spouses don’t – start “reminding” him a week in advance. If he still doesn’t “pop,” then

appreciate the fact that you have a husband who tries every day to show you he loves you by making your life easier. Many women are not so lucky.

Dear Abby, My wife has gained a little weight and has become self-conscious about how she looks. I have told her she’s still beautiful.

We haven’t been intimate in 3 months and I think it’s because she’s afraid I won’t like how different she looks without clothes. I don’t know how to tell her that my love for her isn’t based on her physical beauty.

It’s based on who she is as a person. THAT’S what is beautiful to me.

Do you have any feedback for me?

– Loving Her in Louisiana

Dear Loving Her, Before jumping to conclusions about why you and your wife haven’t been intimate, I think you should ask her directly. It may have nothing to do with her weight – and it could be something she should discuss with her gynecologist. Of course, it never hurts to tell a woman that she’s beautiful because of who she is in your eyes and that she always will be. It’s a song we women never tire of hearing – and the chorus is always welcome music.

Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips.

Contact Dear Abby at www.DearAbby.com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069.

SUPPORT GROUPS, CLUBS AND SERVICES Saturday, April 18 Coffee talk with state Rep. Tom Demmer, 8-9 a.m., Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon, 815-732-3252.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 9 a.m., closed, Big Book, United Methodist Church, 201 E. Chicago Ave., Davis Junction.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 9 a.m., open, tradition; 12:30 p.m., closed; 7 p.m., closed (5), Bazaar Americana, 609 W. Third St., Sterling.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 9 a.m., open, women’s; noon, open; 6 p.m., open, 90-92 S. Hennepin Ave., Dixon.

Veterans expo, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Northland Mall, 2900 E. Lincolnway, Sterling, 815-441-4132 or 815-441-4093.

Alcoholics Anonymous,

9:30 a.m., former St. Anne Grade School, 32 N. Jones Ave., Amboy, 815-857-2315.

Women’s Alcoholics Anonymous, 10:30 a.m., closed; 7 p.m., closed, 808 Freeport Road, Sterling.

The Kick-It Ticket Narcotics Anonymous, 11 a.m., basement, Fellows Street door, The Worship Center, 403 N. Ottawa Ave., Dixon, 815-440-7992.

Mercy Nursing Services free blood pressure clinic, 11 a.m.noon, Walmart, 1901 First Ave., Rock Falls.

Affliction of Addition Narcotics Anonymous, noon and 6 p.m., First Christian Church, 506 Fifth Ave., Rock Falls, 779-2453487. Downstairs, west door.

Sauk Valley Alcoholics Anonymous Group, noon, open, Old

School; 8 p.m., open, fun night, bring a friend, back door, 1503 First Ave., Rock Falls.

Mercy Nursing Services free blood pressure clinic, 1-2:30 p.m., Save-A-Lot, 928 First Ave., Rock Falls.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., open, First Presbyterian Church, 1100 Calvin Road, Rochelle.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., closed, Village of Progress, 710 S. 13th St., Oregon.

Sunday, April 19 Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 a.m., closed; 7 p.m., open, Rochelle Community Hospital, 900 N. Second St. Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 a.m., closed; 11 a.m., open; 1 p.m., closed, Spanish; 7 p.m., closed, Bazaar Americana, 609

W. Third St., Sterling.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 9 a.m., closed; noon, open; 6 p.m., closed, step, 90-92 S. Hennepin Ave., Dixon.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 10 a.m., open, barn, Horizon View Farm, 2422 N. River Road, Oregon.

Sauk Valley Alcoholics Anonymous Group, 10 a.m., open, Big Book, back door, 1503 First Ave., Rock Falls.

PFLAG Sauk Valley, 2:30 p.m., St. Luke Episcopal Church,

221 W. Third St., Dixon.

Dixon Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 540, 5:30 p.m., 1560 Franklin Grove Road, 815-2885165.

Compassionate Friends, Death of a Child Support Group, 6 p.m., Church of God, 860 W. Oregon Trail Road, Oregon, 815441-3710.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 6 p.m., closed, Church of St. Anne, 401 N. Cherry St., Morrison.

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COMMUNITY EVENTS Friday, April 17 Open pool, open cards, open Wii games and computer lab, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-622-9230.

Open pool, open cards, open Wii games and computer lab, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Lee County Council on Aging, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, 815-288-9236.

Pool players, 8:30 a.m., Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon, 815-732-3252.

Bridge, 8:45 a.m., Hub City Senior Center, 401 Cherry Ave., Rochelle, 815-562-5050.

Wii Bowling and cards, 10 a.m., Hub City Senior Center, 401 Cherry Ave., Rochelle, 815562-5050.

Storytime for children 3-5 years, “Rainbow Fish,” 10-10:30 a.m., Sterling Public Library, 102 W. Third St., 815625-1370.

Lunch and Learn Program, 10:30 a.m., Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon, 815732-3252.

Line dancing, 11 a.m.-noon, Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815622-9230.

Lifescape lunch, 11:30 a.m., Lee County Council on Aging,

100 W. Second St., Dixon, 815288-9236. Sign up by 10 a.m. previous business day.

Lunch, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815622-9230.

Potluck lunch, 11:30 a.m., Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon, 815-732-3252.

Organized Wii Bowling games, noon, Lee County Council on Aging, 100 W. Second St., Dixon.

Pinochle, noon, Hub City Senior Center, 401 Cherry Ave., Rochelle, 815-562-5050.

Mexican Train dominoes, 12:30 p.m., Whiteside Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-622-9230.

Pinochle, 12:30-3 p.m., Big Room, Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-622-9230.

Duplicate bridge, 12:30 p.m., Lee County Council on Aging, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, 815288-9236.

Farkle, 1 p.m., Robert Fulton Community Center and Transit Facility, 912 Fourth St., Fulton, 815-589-3925.

Pinochle, 1 p.m., Lee County Council on Aging, 100 W. Second St., Dixon.

All-ages open mic night, 5-9

p.m., Triangle/Veterans Memorial Park, Fifth Street and Fifth Avenue, Rock Falls, 815-590-8881 or 779-770-6498.

Mexican food, 5-8 p.m., Rock Falls Veterans of Foreign Wars, 217 First Ave. Roast pork dinner, 5-7 p.m., American Legion Post 12, 1120 W. First St., Dixon, 815-2842003.

Bingo, 7 p.m. Rock Falls American Legion, 712 Fourth Ave.

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Saturday, April 18 Farmers Market, 8 a.m.-noon, Twin City Market, indoors, 106 Avenue A, Sterling, 815-6268610.

Illinois Chapter of Singles in Agriculture dinner, 6 p.m., and dancing, 8-11 p.m., Arnie’s Happy Spot, 1667 Hoover Road/ state Route 40, Deer Grove, 815626-4483 or 815-284-6732.

Mexican food, 5-8 p.m., Rock Falls Veterans of Foreign Wars, 217 First Ave. Sunday, April 19 Pancake breakfast by Boy Scout Troop 93, 7:30 a.m.-1 p.m., American Legion Post 12, 1120 W. First St., Dixon.

Bingo, 1 p.m., Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 540, 1560 Franklin Grove Road, Dixon.

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Illinois jobless rate holds at 6 percent

Arts and crafts retailer finishes at $30 per share NEW YORK (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The place where you can buy handmade dresses and crocheted dog costumes has a new hot seller: its own stock.

Shares of arts and crafts retailer Etsy surged in opening trading on the Nasdaq Thursday.

After pricing at $16 late Wednesday the stock opened at nearly double that level, and hit a high of $35.73 in morning trading. The stock finished at $30 per share, up 87.5 percent for the day and valuing the company at $3.33 billion.

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a big appetite for a wellknown retail brand, even one that doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t yet make a profit. Thursday was one of the biggest days for initial public offerings so far this year, with partystore operator Party City and electronic trading firm Virtu Financial also making big debuts. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been a very slow IPO market so far this year and investors have been on the sideline waiting for a new name, especially a new name thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s familiar,â&#x20AC;? said Sam Hamadeh, CEO of research firm Privco.

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The state unemployment rate had fallen in 11 of the previous 12 months.

Department Director Jeff Mays said Thursday in the agencyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s monthly report that Illinois continues to struggle with sluggish job growth.

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Hospitality employers cut a net 4,900 jobs.

The national unemployment rate was 5.5 percent.

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USDA official: Outbreak could be ‘devastating’ H5N2 virus has cost producers more than 2 million turkeys and chickens ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – The nation’s poultry industry may have to live with a deadly bird flu strain for several years, which would be “devastating,” the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s chief veterinary officer said Thursday.

Dr. John Clifford also said that while new cases should drop to close to zero once the weather warms up and kills off the virus, there’s “very likely” to be a resurgence this fall when the waterfowl that are natural carriers of avian influenza fly south for the winter.

Clifford spoke on a visit to Minnesota, the state hit hardest by outbreaks that have cost Midwest producers over 2 million turkeys and chickens since early March. He said the fact that the highly pathogenic H5N2 virus has already appeared as far east as southern Ontario means there’s an uncom-

fortable risk of it spreading to the East Coast where much of the U.S. broiler chicken industry is based.

“If it sticks around and continues it’s going to be very devastating to our poultry industry and our international markets, trade markets, as well as the loss domestically,” Clifford said in an interview with The Associated Press. “That’s why we have to really use this time appropriately to do all that we can to determine how best we can address and prevent introductions in the future.”

Authorities have confirmed H5N2 outbreaks at more than 30 commercial poultry farms in the Midwest, including 22 in Minnesota. All were turkey operations except for one chicken farm in Wisconsin. On Thursday, Wisconsin’s agriculture department officials said two more farms had test-

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A flock of turkeys fills a building at a Minnesota poultry farm. The country’s poultry industry may have to live with a deadly bird flu strain for several years, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s chief veterinary officer said Thursday on a visit to Minnesota, the state hit hardest by outbreaks that have cost Midwest producers over 2 million turkeys and chickens. ed positive for infections the birds that have been be a problem for 3 to 5 in the H5 family, and they killed by the virus itself years, Clifford said it’s expected further tests or euthanized to stop impossible to be certain. would show it is H5N2. its spread represent less “It could be around that Officials say there’s no than 1 percent of the 235 long, and there’s just no risk to public health or million turkeys produced way to know for sure,” he the food supply. Econo- in the U.S. last year. said. mists don’t expect the While some USDA offiExperts believe Minoutbreaks to affect retail cials have told Minnesota nesota is the epicenter prices much because officials the virus could because it’s the top turkey

producing state – raising around 46 million turkeys a year – and its thousands of lakes and wetlands naturally attract large numbers of migrating ducks and other waterfowl. Turkeys are most susceptible, but chickens also die from the virus. While waterfowl can carry avian influenza viruses and spread them through their droppings and oral secretions, they don’t usually become sick from them.

The ducks blamed for bringing H5N2 to Minnesota and other Midwestern states migrate through the country’s midsection.

The broiler chicken industry, which produces chickens for meat, is clustered along the East Coast in states such as Georgia, North and South Carolina, Virginia, Delaware and Maryland. Clifford said the waterfowl that brought the virus to an infected farm in southern Ontario are likely from flocks that either migrate along the East Coast or intermingle with flocks do.

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Putin confident on economy recovery Russian president offers to mend ties with West if treated as equal partner MOSCOW (AP) – Russia has weathered the worst of its economic troubles and is on the road to recovery, President Vladimir Putin said Thursday during a marathon callin TV show, offering to normalize ties with the West if it treats Moscow as an equal partner and not a “vassal.”

He also defended the delivery of a long-range air defense missile system to Iran, casting it as

a reward for Tehran’s flexibility in nuclear talks and vowing to continue working with global partners to reach a definitive solution to the country’s contested nuclear program.

Putin mixed promises with stern warnings and some humor during the carefully choreographed four-hour national broadcast, an annual affair intended to burnish his father-

of-the nation image and secure his control over the Russian political scene.

His main message was that the gravest challenges are over and the slumping economy will be back on track soon.

He also made it clear that Russia wants an end to fighting in eastern Ukraine and is interested in rebuilding damaged ties with the United States and other Western

nations. The U.S. and the European Union imposed sanctions on Russia over Moscow’s annexation of the Crimean Peninsula and accusations of supporting separatists in Ukraine.

At the same time, he reaffirmed his long-held criticism of what he sees as U.S. aspirations of global domination, saying Washington must learn to treat Russia as an equal partner.

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He takes Mike Olt’s place on roster. Olt is going on DL.

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Numbers game Newman’s Regan Todhunter broke the school record in the 300 hurdles by .26 seconds Thursday. His time is 40.54. The old record was 40.8 set in 1984 by Phi Nguyen.

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esides Blackhawks rookie Scott Darling, only one other goaltender in NHL history won his playoff debut while allowing no goals and playing more than 60 minutes.

His name was Normie Smith of the Red Wings, and 79 years ago he shut out the Montreal Maroons 1-0 in six overtimes, according to Elias. Smith went on to win a Vezina Trophy and two Stanley Cup titles with the Wings during a successful NHL career.

Somewhere in Nashville, Blackhawks coach Joel Quenneville yawns.

Darling making 42 saves in 67 minutes, 44 seconds of replacing Corey Crawford during Wednesday’s 4-3 double-overtime victory over the Predators in Game 1 at Bridgestone Arena impressed Quenneville, but apparently not as much as many of us.

Quenneville wasn’t among those shouting “Encore, encore,” after Darling’s effort in the Music City. The coach’s job involves maintaining the status Q; calmly considering the Hawks’ next 6 weeks, and not just their next 60 minutes.

So on the day after Darling made history in what his coach called “one of the greatest relief performances you’re going to see,” Quenneville made a decision he called easy in declaring Crawford Friday’s starter.

When Kings coach Darryl Sutter pulled goalie Jonathan Quick after giving up five goals in 28 shots in their 2014 playoff opener, he never hesitated restoring faith in a proven starter, who ultimately celebrated his second Stanley Cup. One postseason later, these weren’t the same circumstances, but the Hawks’ response was similar – and also from a man unswayed by public opinion.

“A no-brainer,” Quenneville said during a teleconference. “It was probably tougher to pull [Crawford] out. He’s our starting goalie, [and has] been our strength all year.

It was one period.”

But the Predators scored three goals in that awful period, the worst from the Hawks’ perspective when Crawford carelessly turned the puck over behind his own net.

SOFTBALL | AMBOY 4, NEWMAN 1

Couple inches make big difference Amboy capitalizes on second chances

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STERLING – A couple inches can make a big difference in a softball game.

On Thursday, Newman starting pitcher Lakyn Waldschmidt missed on two-strike pitches by just a few hairs, and the result turned into three runs for the visiting Amboy Clippers.

Those trio of runs proved to be the difference in a 4-1 win for Amboy in a Three Rivers East clash in Sterling.

“This was a big game, because we knew that Newman has been a good team, and they’ve played us tough, especially at

the regional last year,” Amboy senior catcher Kaitlyn Liebing said. “You want to protect your home field, so to go on the road and get a win like this is big for us.”

Philip Marruffo/pmarruffo@saukvalley.com Liebing was the first player to Amboy’s Sydney Wilhelm singles during Thursday’s game cross the plate Thursday. against Newman in Sterling. Wilhelm scored later in the inning, as the Clippers won the Three Rivers East game 4-1.

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GIRLS SOCCER | DIXON 2, ROCKFORD LUTHERAN 1

Double redemption Dixon’s Hermeyer makes up for missed PK with pair of goals

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Star of the game: Kaitlyn Liebing, Amboy, 2B, 2 RBIs Key performers: Karlee Doege, Amboy, winning pitcher, 8 H, 1 R, 7 SO, 0 BB; Mady Ferris, Newman, 3B, 1 run Up next: Amboy at Erie-Prophetstown (2), 11 a.m. Saturday; Bureau Valley at Newman, 4:30 p.m. Monday

BY PATRICK MASON pmason@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5550 @pm222

DIXON – Kylee Hermeyer redeemed herself in a big way on Thursday.

The Dixon soccer team’s midfielder was turned away on a penalty kick in the first half against Rockford Lutheran, but scored twice in the second half to give the Duchesses a 2-1 win over the Crusaders in a Big Northern West match at A.C. Bowers Field.

“I’m not sure what happened,” Hermeyer said of her penalty kick midway through the first half. “Their goalie just guessed the right way. I was angry, and I needed to regain my confidence, so I just focused all my anger and energy on scoring.”

Lutheran (5-5-1) tested Dixon early, squeezing off two shots on goal in the first 2 minutes.

The teams traded shots and scoring chances early on, but it was the Crusaders who struck first and broke the scoreless tie, as Jenna Fry put one past Dixon keeper Ellie Provo on a pointblank shot with 16:02 remaining in the first half.

Dixon was primed to answer with a corner kick opportunity later in the first half. The play resulted in a Lutheran player being called for a hand ball in the goal box, which set up Hermeyer’s penalty kick chance.

The Dixon freshman went left, and Crusaders keeper Lizzie Long guessed correctly, and batted away the shot.

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Dixon’s Katie Provo (left) kicks the ball toward the goal while Rockford Lutheran goalie Lizzie Long dives to stop the ball during Thursday’s match at A.C. Bowers Field. Dixon won 2-1.

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Clevenger wins two events, B5.

Star of the match: Kylee Hermeyer, Dixon, 2 goals Key performers: Ellie Provo, Dixon, 5 saves; Jenna Fry, Lutheran, 1 goal Up next: Moline at Dixon, 11 a.m. Saturday

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Milledgeville softball pitcher Ciara Miller allowed seven hits, two walks and hit two batters in Wednesday’s game against Newman in Sterling. A story in Thursday’s editions had the number of walks incorrect.

SVM regrets the error.

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Morgan Adolph, a Milledgeville graduate and a freshman at Rock Valley College, was named NJCAA Division III pitcher of the week.

Adolph went 2-0 with 0.46 ERA in 15 innings in a 1-0 win over Pearl River and a 3-1 win over Hinds.

She allowed seven hits, 1 earned run, and she had 25 strikeouts and two walks.

CROSS COUNTRY

Dixon’s Fisher signs with Saint Xavier Dixon senior Chase Fisher signed to run cross country and track for Saint Xavier University in Chicago on Thursday.

Saint Xavier is an NAIA school that participates in the Chicagoland Collegiate Conference.

WNBA

ND’s Lloyd is first overall draft pick The Seattle Storm selected Notre Dame guard Jewell Lloyd with the first overall pick of the 2015 WNBA Draft on Thursday.

Minnesota sophomore standout Amanda Zahui B. was the second pick to the Tulsa Shock. The Chicago Sky selected Tennessee State senior Cheyenne Parker with the fifth pick.

Iowa star point guard Samanatha Logic was selected 10th overall by the Atlanta Dream.

COLLEGE BASKETBALL

Reserve center Colbert leaves Illini Austin Colbert is no longer with the Illinois basketball team, and intends to transfer at the end of the spring semester, the team announced Wednesday.

Colbert played sparingly in 25 games last season, averaging 1.7 points and 2.2 rebounds.

COLLEGE SPORTS

Tulsa to pay athletes $2,500 per year The Tulsa World reports the University of Tulsa will pay student-athletes who play full-scholarship sports $2,500 each year they receive athletic aid. Athletes in partial-scholarship sports will receive a portion of the $2,500 stipend equivalent to the percentage of athletic aid they have agreed upon with their coach.

NCAA president Mark Emmert proposed an annual allowance of $2,000 in 2012 for all conferences, but schools have the power to decide what they will pay students. Tulsa’s mandate will go into effect Aug. 1.

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Bulls guard Derrick Rose will play in the playoffs for the first time in 3 years when Chicago opens the postseason against the Bucks on Saturday in the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.

Postseason revival

Rose plans to pick up game for return to playoffs

BY ANDREW SELIGMAN AP Sports Writer

CHICAGO – Derrick Rose has no interest in looking back, in discussing what might have been.

All that matters is that the Chicago Bulls open the playoffs at home Saturday against Milwaukee, and he expects to be in the lineup.

It will be a moment 3 years in the making. Not since the 2012 playoff opener has Rose appeared in a postseason game, and not since the 2011 Eastern Conference finals have the Bulls had their hometown star for the duration of their run.

“It’ll be fun,” Rose said. “It’ll give me a chance to go out here and battle with my teammates in the playoffs. The playoffs is a different atmosphere, a different type of setting. I get the opportunity to play the game that I love playing. The intensity is going to be definitely high. I can’t wait to play.”

Does he wonder what might have been had he been healthy the past few years?

“Can’t think about that,” Rose said. “I let that go years ago.

[I’m] living in the present, and that’s where I’m trying to keep things.”

Still, it’s hard not to wonder if the Bulls would have emerged from the Eastern Conference at least once, and maybe captured

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their first championship since the Michael Jordan-Scottie Pippen era had their standout point guard not suffered season-ending injuries to both knees.

After all, they had the No. 1 overall playoff seed in back-toback seasons, and Rose at his explosive best.

He became the youngest MVP in NBA history, while leading the Bulls to 62 wins and a trip to the Eastern Conference finals in 2011. The Bulls lost to LeBron James and the Miami Heat in five games, but the following season, they looked like they were poised to make another big run.

That notion came crashing down as Rose crumbled to the court late in Game 1 of the first-round series against Philadelphia. It happened just as he seemed to be rounding into form after missing 27 games in a lockout-shortened season.

Rose had 23 points and nine assists, and was performing more like a reigning MVP when he was injured with about 1:20 left in a lopsided victory. The Bulls also lost Joakim Noah to a sprained ankle later in the series, and wound up bowing out in the first round.

Chicago expected to get Rose back the following year, but that never happened. And his long-awaited comeback ended at 10 games last season when Rose tore the meniscus in his right knee.

Without Rose, the Bulls were the plucky team that was always going to try hard, but in no way challenge the Heat for supremacy in the East, let alone win a championship. They lost in the second round to Miami in 2013, and got knocked out in the first round by Washington last season.

“You always reminisce,” Bulls forward Taj Gibson said. “Every year, we reminisce about ‘what if.’ We talk about this all the time. It’s frustrating. You have to think about the times we were right there, and we were just a little bit short.”

NBA PLAYOFFS

No. 1 with very big target No guarantees that top seed will survive first round 2006-07 Golden State Warriors: The playoffs

BY ANTONIO GONZALEZ AP Sports Writer

OAKLAND, Calif. – The Golden State Warriors know all about playoff upsets. After all, the franchise pulled off one of the biggest stunners in NBA history just 8 years ago.

This time, they’ll be trying to avoid suffering the same fate they once handed out.

The Warriors enter the playoffs as the NBA’s top seed, after winning a franchise-record 67 games. Of course, it wasn’t that long ago that Golden State downed Dirk Nowitzki and the top-seeded Dallas Mavericks – another 67-win team – in the opening round of the 2007 playoffs.

Now, Anthony Davis and the New Orleans Pelicans will try to upend the Warriors when their first-round series starts Saturday.

Atlanta (60-22), the top seed in the East, begins with Brooklyn.

Knocking off a No. 1 seed in the opening round is difficult, but it’s certainly not

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Stephen Curry, who is a leading candidate for MVP, led the Warriors to a franchise-record 67 wins. The Warriors know that in the NBA playoffs, teams can’t look past the No. 8 seed. Golden State will play the New Orleans Pelicans in the first round.

are all about matchups, right? Perhaps no team proved that more than the “We Believe” Warriors (42-40), who were making their first playoff appearance since 1997.

The Mavericks went 67-15, and Nowitzki won NBA MVP, but they never could solve Don Nelson’s fast-paced small-ball system. Golden State beat Dallas in six games, becoming the first eight seed to win a best-of-seven series.

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Mutombo grabbing the final rebound and falling to the floor in sheer joy as his teammates Miami Heat, and looked piled on him is one unprecedented. Here’s like a different team. a look at some of the of the most indelible New York won a brutally images in NBA history. best eight seeds ever: physical series in a deci- The center’s celebration 1998-99 New York sive Game 5 in Miami, Knicks: The labor came after the Nuggets when Allan Houston’s lockout shortened the knocked off a Seattle season to 50 games, giv- runner with 0.8 seconds SuperSonics team that remaining bounced off ing the reconstructed won a franchise-record Knicks (27-23) little time the rim and the back63 games behind Gary board before dropping to integrate newcomPayton and Shawn through. The Knicks ers Latrell Sprewell Kemp. Denver (42-40) eliminated Atlanta and and Marcus Camby. overcame a 2-0 deficit.

Indiana before San But when the playoffs The Nuggets were the Antonio beat them in started, they matched first eight seed to beat a the NBA Finals. up against the rival No. 1 seed.

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• Cal State Fullerton at Maryland, BTN • St. John’s at Creighton, FS1 College softball 3 p.m.

• Minnesota at Michigan St., BTN 7:30 p.m.

• Alabama at Auburn, ESPNU

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• Jordan Brand Classic, at Brooklyn, N.Y., ESPN2

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• PGA, The Heritage, second round, TGC 6 p.m.

• LPGA, LOTTE Championship, third round, TGC

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• White Sox at Tigers, CSN/MLB 6 p.m.

• Orioles at Red Sox or Yankees at Rays, MLB 7 p.m.

• Reds at Cardinals, FSN

NHL playoffs 6 p.m.

• First round, Islanders at Capitals, NBCSP • First round, Senators at Canadiens, CNBC 8:30 p.m.

• First round, Balckhawks at Predators, NBCSP 9 p.m.

• First round, Flames at Canucks, CNBC

Friday, April 17, 2015

MLB

AROUND THE LEAGUE

Sauk Valley Media • B3

WHITE SOX

Minding the miscues Defense costing White Sox wins early in new season

BY COLLEEN KANE Chicago Tribune AP

Rangers third baseman Adrian Beltre goes to his knees on a follow through of his swing during a game against the Astros. The Rangers offense has been inconsistent early this season, which was expected because of having a very young squad.

Big project to fix Rangers Inconsistent play expected from young team in Texas trending in the right direction with the mindset. We’ve got to get the ARLINGTON, Texas mindset, and the physical – With a new manager side of it to push through and one of the youngest rosters in the majors, the and match up.”

With 152 games and Texas Rangers are clearly 5½ months left in the a work in progress. regular season, here are a That comes as no surprise to manager Jeff Ban- few things to watch with the Rangers: ister, whose team finally Prince’s power outage: got a break Thursday after Slugger Prince Fielder being one of only four teams to play 10 days in a was 10th in the majors with a .400 batting averrow to open the season.

“The question was asked age through the first 10 games. But of his 16 hits, [out of spring training] he has only two doubles about what I felt. I said and no home runs. “Getthen that there would be ting hits is always betsome inconsistencies, ter than making outs,” asking hitters to do difFielder said. Several of ferent things and given the experience in some of Fielder’s hits have been to left field, going the oppothe areas,” Banister said.

“It’s going to be a work in site way with teams using drastic defensive shifts progress, and these guys against him. “Obviously, are still grinding it and when I’m up there, I see working on it.” the hole sometimes,” he Losing ace pitcher Yu said.

Darvish to Tommy John For starters: Nick Marelbow ligament replacetinez, who never pitched ment surgery during above Double-A before spring training certainly making the roster last didn’t help. Then leftseason, has allowed only hander Derek Holland one unearned run in 14 pitched only one inning innings to win his first in the home opener two starts. Yovani Gallarbefore a left shoulder do (1-1, 5.59 ERA) became issue that has sidelined the opening-day starter him for at least 2 months. in his first season with As clearly evident in the his hometown team after 4-6 start, there will be Darvish went out, and plenty of ups and downs Colby Lewis (1-0, 3.38) for the team whose roster has been solid in his two has an average age of 27. starts. But lefty newcomer The Rangers split a Ross Detwiler (0-2, 9.00) season-opening fourhas struggled, and Holgame series at Oakland, land’s spot is up for grabs including a 10-0 loss after Anthony Ranaudo followed by a 10-1 win lasted only five outs in the next day. They went his first start and got sent 2-4 on their first homesback to Triple-A. tand, which wrapped up Searching for Elvis: Wednesday with a 10-2 Shortstop Elvis Andrus is loss to the Los Angeles the team’s longestAngels – after an 8-2 win tenured position player, the previous night. in his seventh season at Texas’ .210 batting aver- age 26, and just starting age is tied for 26th in the $120 million, 8-year the majors with Seattle, contract extension he where the Rangers open a signed 2 years ago. He three-game series Friday had his first home run night. in 482 at-bats, but is hit“We talk about hitters ting only .167 (7-for-42) finding rhythm, controlwith five strikeouts and ling the strike zone,” no walks. In the field, he Banister said. “I feel we’re already has three errors.

BY STEPHEN HAWKINS AP Sports Writer

CLEVELAND – White Sox manager Robin Ventura maintains his team “absolutely” can be better defensively than it was Wednesday in a mistake-filled 4-2 loss to the Indians at Progressive Field.

“It’s in there,” he said.

“You just have to be able to get it out.”

The Sox, with seven errors over eight games, would be advised, then, to find a way to bring out cleaner play for their three-game test against the Tigers in Detroit.

The Sox were credited with just one error Wednesday, on catcher Geovany Soto’s wild throw past second base following a sacrifice bunt in the third inning.

But there were a handful of other ugly plays, including third baseman Conor Gillaspie losing his grip on a Jerry Sands soft single in the fifth inning, and right fielder J.B. Shuck missing a catch of a Michael Bourn double in the seventh.

Both originally were ruled errors, but were revised as hits, leaving

White Sox at Tigers Today: 12:08 p.m.

CSN/670 AM • RH Jeff Samardzija (0-1, 6.23) vs. LH David Price (1-0, 0.00) Saturday: 12:08 p.m.

WGN-9/670 AM • LH Chris Sale (1-0, 1.50) vs. RH Anibal Sanchez (1-1, 3.46) Sunday: 12:08 p.m.

CSN/670 AM • Jose Quintana (1-0, 4.09) vs. RH Shane Greene (2-0, 0.00) pains with rookie Micah Johnson at second base. With a week in the AP majors under his belt, The White Sox’s Micah Johnson fields a ball hit Johnson said he feels by the Indians’ Jason Kipnis during Wednesday’s comfortable. But he also game. Defense has been an issue for the Sox the had a couple of tough first couple weeks of the season. plays Wednesday, including when he Gillaspie with three six hits, with two walks missed Jose Abreu’s errors this year. and three strikeouts over throw trying to catch “Johnny [Danks] actu4 2/3 innings.

Jason Kipnis stealing ally pitched all right,” “I felt like I had good second. Kipnis subseVentura said. “We didn’t enough control with quently scored the Indido him many favors. A all the pitches, and was ans’ final run. lot of miscues that led able to change speeds,” “He’s young,” Ventura to runs, and they end up Danks said. “They just said. “He has some work biting you.” found some holes, and to do. Any time you’re Danks was visibly frus- we got beat on a couple up here, there’s always a trated after allowing four of mistakes.” certain amount of presruns – one unearned The Sox knew there sure because you’re tryafter the Soto error – on might be some growing ing to prove yourself.”

CUBS

Cubs in need of some relief Potential injury to Ramirez could leave bullpen a little thin

BY MARK GONZALES Chicago Tribune

The Cubs might have a more urgent matter than promoting Kris Bryant from Triple-A Iowa.

Reliever Neil Ramirez left after throwing only three pitches in the ninth inning of an otherwise cozy 5-0 victory Wednesday night over the Reds.

Ramirez was expected to undergo tests Thursday, and the forecast appears gloomy.

That could force the Cubs’ hand, because they might need to carry an extra reliever.

“It’s nothing real positive,” said manager Joe Maddon, who described the injury as right shoulder discomfort, and noticed Ramirez’s fastball was clocked at 90 mph – about 5 mph slower than his average.

“I don’t like to go to negative town too quickly, but we’ll see.”

Catcher Miguel Montero also noticed something was wrong during warmups before the ninth.

“He really looked weird to me, the way he was

Padres at Cubs

AP

Today: 1:20 p.m. 780 AM • RH James Shields (1-0, 2.08) vs. RH Jason Hammel (1-0, 4.50) Saturday: 1:20 p.m.

CSN/780 AM • RH Tyson Ross (1-0, 3.75) vs. RH Kyle Hendricks (0-0, 10.38) Sunday: 1:20 p.m.

WGN-9/780 • RH Andrew Cashner (0-2, 4.09) vs. LH Jon Lester (0-1, 7.84)

Cubs relief pitcher Neil Ramirez works against the Rockies in the eighth inning of Sunday’s game.

Ramirez left Wednesday’s game after three pitches in the ninth inning with an injury. copes with a fracture in his right wrist. warming up,” Montero right triceps.

The Cubs used left said. “Something wasn’t Justin Grimm, who fielder Chris Coghlan at right. He made a couple appeared in 73 games third Monday, and Madpitches that he didn’t last year in his first full look too good.” season as a reliever, is on don said third-string Ramirez’s last pitch the 15-day DL because of catcher Welington Casbounced in front of the right forearm inflamma- tillo worked out there plate, prompting Madtion, and is rehabbing in before Wednesday’s game. don and a trainer to visit Arizona.

Arismendy Alcantara the mound and pull him.

Those injuries shifted became the fourth Ramirez, 25, was the Cubs’ attention on Cub to start at third promoted nearly 1 year their day off Thursday Wednesday. Travis Wood ago to provide depth to from third base, where a taxed bullpen, and he Bryant will be promoted pitched seven-plus innings of three-hit ball, posted a 1.44 ERA in with Tommy La Stella and was supported by 50 appearances despite and Mike Olt both on a stint on the disabled the DL, as La Stella deals Anthony Rizzo’s two-run home run. list because of a sore with sore ribs, and Olt

CARDINALS 4, BREWERS 0

Lackey warming up to St. Louis Veteran pitcher continues to pitch well at Busch Stadium

BY WARREN MAYES Associated Press

ST. LOUIS – St. Louis starter John Lackey had little trouble with the Milwaukee Brewers on Thursday.

He threw seven scoreless innings, and benefited from two Matt Carpenter doubles in helping the Cardinals to a 4-0 victory over the Brewers.

Lackey (1-0) gave up five hits, struck out eight and walked one. He has a 12 2/3-inning scoreless streak at Busch Stadium.

“I think I’ve just gotten better at locating stuff,” Lackey said. “I definitely moved the ball a little bit better than I did earlier on when I was younger. I trust myself throwing strikes and being able to throw strikes with multiple pitches.”

Lackey, who allowed a pair of tworun homers in six innings in his

Hit parade • The Cardinals’ Jhonny Peralta and Matt Holliday are on hitting streaks. Peralta has hit in all eight games this season, and he has an 11-game streak dating back to last season. Holliday’s streak is at eight games. Matt Carpenter has reached base by walk or hit in all eight of the Cardinals’ games this season. most recent start, faced the Brewers for just the fourth time in his career, and shut down their lineup.

“His stuff just keeps getting better, to me,” St. Louis manager Mike Matheny said. “So far this season, I really like the way he’s throwing the ball.”

So does catcher Yadier Molina.

“He’s a pitcher; he’s not a thrower,” Molina said. “When you’ve got

a guy like that, it’s fun.”

Milwaukee manager Ron Roenicke was impressed with Lackey.

“Lackey, when he’s on, he’s good,” Roenicke said. “His slider was outstanding. We chased it a lot today.”

St. Louis took a 2-0 lead on two doubles and two singles in the sixth inning.

Carpenter, who has four consecutive games with multiple hits, doubled to right to begin the sixth inning off Brewers starter Mike Fiers. With one out, Matt Holliday hit a 3-2 pitch up the middle for a run-scoring single.

“I hate when he comes up,” Roenicke said about Holliday. “He’s gotten a lot of big hits off us over the years. Behind him, [Jhonny] Peralta is swinging a great bat. There’s several guys who are swinging real well over there.”

AP

The Brewers’ Aramis Ramirez slams his bat as he walks away from the plate after striking out during Thursday’s game against the Cardinals in St. Louis.

The Cardinals won 4-0.

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ASSEMBLY OF GOD 933 Mekeel Rd., Dixon, Rt. 52 S.E. Church 284-3090 Parsonage 285-0360 Adam Meyer, Pastor Sunday 9:30am - Morning Fellowship Sunday School Sunday 10:30 - Worship Service Wednesday 7:00pm - Family Night (all ages)

FAITH ASSEMBLY OF GRAND DETOUR Ridge Road, Dixon, 652-4488 Li Arellano, Sr. Pastor Morning Worship 10:00 a.m.

CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH 313 Van Buren Ave., Dixon 288-2453 Sunday School 9:45 a.m., Morning Worship 10:45 a.m., Sunday Evening 5:00 p.m., Wednesday Prayer Meeting 7:00 p.m.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 111 East 2nd, Dixon, 284-6823 Bunyan & Rachel Cocar - Co-Pastors Sunday School 9:15, Worship 10:30, Bible Study is on Wednesday at 6:00 p.m.

NORTHSIDE BAPTIST Dan Bentz, Pastor 598 Riverlane, Dixon, 288-5212 (1 Mile West On Dixon-Sterling Freeway) Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Worship Wed. 7:00 p.m.

Awana Wednesday 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

3 years thru 6th grade

SECOND BAPTIST CHURCH 501 W. 3rd St., Dixon, 288-1566 Pastor Gary Sorrell Sunday School 9:30 Morning Worship 11 a.m.

Mid Week Prayer Service 6 p.m. Wed.

DIXON CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN 215 N. Court, Dixon, 284-2711 Rev. Marty Creager, Pastor Sun. School 10:45, Worship 9:30 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. PATRICK’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 Sundays at 10:00 AM 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 Children’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

GRACE EPISCOPAL CHURCH

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

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

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. ANNE’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.

ST. LUKE’S EPISCOPAL

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)

Corner of 3rd St. & Peoria Ave., Dixon Ph: 815-288-2151 Web page: stlukedixon.org Fr. Richard Frontjes, Rector Fr. Tom Lamb, Priest Associate SUNDAY 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

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

Coffee Fellowship 10:30 a.m.

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

CHRISTIAN SCIENCE SOCIETY

EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH

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

Service every Wednesday 7:30 p.m.

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

PINE CREEK CHRISTIAN CHURCH

ST. JAMES EVANGELICAL CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH

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

U.S. 52 & Red Brick Rd., Dixon, 815-288-2447, 815-994-0509 Robert Dunbar, Pastor Sun. School 9:45, Sun. Worship 10:45 a.m.

Ladies Bible Study Wednesday 9:00 a.m.

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

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

Wednesday Night 6:30 p.m.

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 children’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 & children’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.

106 Gaston St., Prairieville 815-445-5912 Bible study Tuesday 6:00 p.m.

Sunday worship service 10:30 a.m.

Handicapped accessible - everyone welcome.

ST. BRIDE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH All are welcome Fr. Robert Francis Cristobal, Priest-In-Charge Sunday Schedule: 8 AM Holy Communion 9 AM Children’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

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

ROCK RIVER BAPTIST 815-677-7566

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN 421 S. Peoria Ave., Dixon, 288-2757 Sat. 5:30pm Traditional Service Sun. 8:30am Traditional Service 9:30am Sunday School/Bible Study 10:45am Contemporary 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 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 Kid’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 & Children’s Education 9 am Worship Service 10:30 am Sunday of each month.

Open Hearts - Open Minds - Open Doors.

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

FIRST UNITED METHODIST 202 S. Peoria Ave., Dixon, 284-2849 Mike Jones, Senior Pastor Heewon Kim, Associate Pastor Saturday Worship 5:00 pm Chapel Sunday Services 10:00 am in Sanctuary Nursery available 8:30am - 11:30am Cross Current Youth 4:30 pm Sunday 9:45 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

SAUK VALLEY COMMUNITY CHURCH

REYNOLDS UNITED METHODIST

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

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

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

211 N. Franklin Avenue - Polo Rectory phone: (815) 946-2535 Rev. Louis F. Tosto, Parochial Administrator Sunday Mass: 10:30 a.m.

NEW LIFE LUTHERAN

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF FRANKLIN GROVE

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

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.

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

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

SAUK VALLEY ISLAMIC CENTER

614 Orchard St., Dixon

COWBOY CHURCH ON THE ROCK

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH OF AMBOY

CHURCH OF ST. MARY CATHOLIC

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, 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 JEHOVAH’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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How much of it is knee jerk negativity? And, not just what we say to others, but how much of our internal dialogue is filled with negativity? How often do we berate ourselves for minor mistakes or omissions? We should try to be more like the coach who builds up her athletes with a pep talk or the teacher who convinces his students that they can work out a difficult problem. The important question for the track athlete is not whether you won the race but whether you did your best. Studies show that there are very few times when negativity helps us; it is almost always better to be an optimist than a pessimist. So, do what you can to throw the negativity overboard and to have a more positive attitude. Life is good and getting better, and even when it's not so good you can still choose to make the best of it.

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PREP ROUNDUP

Warriors win with balance Sterling tops Ottawa in girls soccer, boys tennis

By SVM Sports Staff

Philip Marruffo/pmarruffo@saukvalley.com

Newman’s Jenna Stevens singles during Thursday’s 4-1 loss to Amboy in Sterling.

THURSDAY’S SCOREBOARD College baseball Thursday’s results at Joliet Game 1

JOLIET 7, SAUK VALLEY 1 Sauk 100 000 0 — 1 2 3 Joliet 131 200 x — 7 11 1 L – Cody Dietz (0-2).

SAUK VALLEY (6-25) Dietz (2 1/3 IP, 5 R, 4 ER, 6 H, 1 SO, 0 BB), Justin Hitchcock (3 2/3 IP, 2 ER, 5 H, 2 SO, 1 HBP) and Oliden Herrera. RBI – Derek Kennel.

Game 2

JOLIET 6, SAUK VALLEY 3 Sauk 101 000 1 — 3 7 2 Joliet 102 021 x — 6 6 3 L – Bryant Lilly (2-3).

SAUK VALLEY Lilly (6 IP, 6 R, 2 ER, 6 H, 2 SO, 3 BB) and Angel Vega. Multi hits – Vega 2, Kieffer Znaniecki 2, Evan Smith 2. 2B – Vega. RBI – Vega 3.

Baseball Thursday’s results at Geneseo

GENESEO 9, STERLING 2 Sterling 100 010 0 – 2 4 2 Geneseo 002 061 x – 9 10 3 W – Christensen. L – Rafael Escalante STERLING Escalante (4 IP, 6 H, 4 R, 2 ER, 2 BB, K), Brandon Dennis (2 IP, 4 H, 5 R, 5 ER, 3 BB, K). RBI – Turner Morse, Esteban Sosa.

GENESEO Christensen (5 IP, 3 H, 2 R, ER, 4 BB, 4 K).

Multi hits – VanDoren 4, Rusk 2. HR – VanDoren. RBI – VanDoren 4, Akre 2, Rice, Rusk, Humphries. at Rockford

LUTHERN 4, ROCK FALLS 1 Rock Falls 100 000 0 – 1 5 1 Lutheran 011 011 x – 4 5 2 W – Sanchez. L – Cayden Erickson ROCK FALLS (10-5) Erickson (6 IP, 5 H, 4 R, 3 ER, 3 BB, 8 K) 2B – Quinton Matznick. RBI – Logan Pillars.

LUTHERAN Sanchez (7 IP, 5 H, R, ER, 2 BB, 10 K). HR – West. RBI – West. at Veterans Memorial Field Page Park, Dixon

WINNEBAGO 5, DIXON 2 Winnebago 310 000 1 — 5 9 1 Dixon 020 000 0 — 2 4 1 W – Sam Adams. L – Mitchell Wolfe.

WINNEBAGO Adams (7 IP, 2 ER, 4 H, 8 SO, 3 BB) and Colton West. Multi hits – Darren Heslop 2. 2B – West. RBI – Heslop 2, Trevan Lowtharp 2, Meyers.

DIXON (2-10, 1-5 BNC West) Wolfe (7 IP, 5 R, 3 ER, 9 H, 1 SO, 0 BB, 1 HBP) and Ryan Long. 2B – Wolfe. RBI – Owen VanHorn 2. at Sterling

NEWMAN 5, AMBOY 4 Amboy 112 000 0 – 4 6 2 Newman 230 000 x – 5 5 4 W – Quincy Coomes. L – Will Crownhart AMBOY Multi hits – Logan Thake 2.

NEWMAN Coomes (6 IP, 6 H, 4 R, 3 ER, 2 BB, 8 K), Trevor Bolin (IP, 0 H, 0 R, 0 BB, K). 2B – Shayne Allen. RBI – Allen 2, Bolin, Landon Vesley. at Orion

MORRISON 10, ORION 9 Morrison 420 040 0 – 10 11 1 Orion 500 103 0 – 9 9 4 W – Brock Smith. L – Newman MORRISON Joey Brackemyer (4 IP, 4 H, 6 R, 3 ER, 4 BB, 9 K), Smith (3 IP, 5 H, 3 R, 3 ER, 0 BB, 5 K). Multi hits – Ryan VanZuiden 3, Justin Jensen 2, Chance Bender 2. 2B – Jensen.

RBI – Cody Southern 2, VanZuiden 2, Andy Bird, Ethan Fischbach, Jensen, Ben Tegeler, Brackemyer.

ORION Grafton (4 IP, 7 H, 6 R, 4 ER, 4 BB, 4 K), Newman (3 IP, 4 H, 4 R, 3 ER, 2 BB, 0 K).

Multi hits – Diamond 2, Taets 2, Jones 2.

3B – Dahbalt. RBI – Dahbalt 3, Newman 2, Jones 2, Schultz. at Edgington

ROCKRIDGE 11, ERIE-PROPHETSTOWN 1, 6 inn.

Erie-P’town 000 010 — 1 3 6 Rockridge 601 031 — 11 10 0 W – Isiah Kistler. L – Josh Lohman.

ERIE-PROPHETSTOWN 2B – Kallen Jepson, Kale Orman.

ROCKRIDGE Multi hits – Dalton Woeber 3. 2B – Woeber. Multi RBIs – Woeber 3, Jake Foy 2, Seth Wetteland 2. at Forreston

FORRESTON-POLO 7, DAKOTA 6 Dakota 200 040 0 — 6 5 3 Forr.-Polo 302 200 x — 7 8 3 W – Mitchell Bratina. L – Meier.

DAKOTA Meier (6 IP, 7 R, 8 H, 7 SO, 3 BB).

FORR.-POLO (13-4, 5-0 NUIC East) Bratina (4 2/3 IP, 6 R, 5 H, 5 SO, 2 BB), Wyatt Patterson (2 1/3 IP, 0 R, 0 H, 1 SO, 0 BB). Multi hits – Nathan Schneiderman 2, Robert DeVries 2. 2B – Caleb Poffenberger.

HR – Schneiderman. RBI – Schneiderman 3, Austin Groshans.

Softball Thursday’s results at Newman H.S., Sterling

AMBOY 4, NEWMAN 1 Amboy 012 100 0 — 4 7 2 Newman 001 000 0 — 1 8 1 W – Karlee Doege (10-3). L – Lakyn Waldschmidt (4-4).

(At bats-runs-hits) AMBOY (13-3, 5-0 TRAC East) Delaney Wilhelm ss 3-1-1, Madeline Ely cf 3-1-2, Sydney Wilhelm 2b 3-1-1, Karlee Doege p 4-0-0, Kaitlyn Liebing c 3-1-1, Courtney Rhine rf 4-0-0, Hallie Nauman 3b 3-0-2, Madison Murphy lf 3-0-0, Mariah Berry 2b 2-0-0. Totals: 28-4-7.

Doege (7 IP, 1 R, 1ER, 7 H, 7 SO, 0 BB). 2B – Liebing. RBI – Liebing 2, Doege. SAC – Ely. E – Delaney Wilhelm, Berry. LOB – 10.

NEWMAN (4-5, 3-2) Julie Hurd c 4-0-2, Mady Ferris ss 4-1-2, Jenna Stevens 3b 4-0-2, Lakyn Waldschmidt p/1b 3-0-0, Sam Miller 3-0-2, Hillary Grennan cr 0-0-0, Rhyanna Hadden cf 3-0-0, Sarah Trujillo 2b 2-0-0, Maddie Newman ph 1-0-0, Mady Klein rf 3-0-0, Morgan Ely lf 1-0-0, Grace Ely lf 2-0-0. Totals: 30-1-8.

Waldschmidt (4 1/3 IP, 4 R, 3 ER, 6 SO, 2 BB, 1 HBP), Miller (2 2/3 IP, 0 R, 0 H, 4 SO, 0 BB). 3B – Ferris. RBI – Stevens. PB – Hurd. E – Miller. LOB – 8.

at Sterling

SHERRARD 3, STERLING 0 L – Lexy Staples STERLING Staples (5 IP, 5 H, R, 0 ER, 0 BB, 3 K), Maddie Corwell (2 IP, 2 H, 2 R, 0 ER, 0 BB, K). at Rock Falls

ROCK FALLS 2, BYRON 0 Byron 000 000 0 — 0 2 0 Rock Falls 020 000 x — 2 6 1 W – Michaela Ward (6-4). L – Bonnell.

BYRON Bonnell (7 IP, 2 R, 6 H, 4 SO, 2 BB) and Stanbauer. 2B – Harn.

ROCK FALLS (8-6, 4-1 BNC West) Ward (7 IP, 0 R, 2 H, 13 SO, 1 BB) and Madason Shaw. Multi hits – Olivia Babcock 3. 2B – Babcock. RBI – Babcock, Jenny Lawson. at Reynolds Park, Dixon

MENDOTA 2, DIXON 1, 9 inn.

Mendota 000 000 101 — 2 10 0 Dixon 000 000 100 — 1 6 3 W – Klema. L – Sam White (0-5).

MENDOTA Klema (9 IP, 1 ER, 6 H, 11 SO, 0 BB). 3B – Devitt. RBI – Devitt.

DIXON (0-12, 0-4 BNC West) White (9 IP, 2 ER, 10 H, 6 so, 8 BB, 1 HBP).

3B – Emily Bay. RBI – Bay.

Tuesday’s stars

Four different players scored Dallas Clevenger, RF track, won goals as the Sterling Golden Warriors blanked Ottawa 4-0 in a NIB- 200 & 400 Averi Leitzen, Fulton track, won 12 West win Thursday at Roscoe 1,600 & 3,200 Eades Stadium.

Mirna Barrientos, Zoe Ward, Breanna Eissens, Fulton track, Fatima Gallardo and Maura Scanwon 100 hurdles & 300 hurdles lan each scored for Sterling (2-5-3, 1-1-1 NIB-12) in the shutout win. ond and the Rockets took third in a triangular at Hinders Field.

Boys tennis Fulton’s wins came from Jason Sterling 3, Ottawa 2: The Golden Osborn in the 200 (23.43 secWarriors swept the singles match- onds), Hobs Winters in the 1,600 es in a NIB-12 West road win.

(4:56.62), Kyle McLuckie in the Jack Nitz and Jacob Reynolds shot put (51 feet, 8 inches), and each won in straight sets for Ster- Kyle Matthews in the triple jump ling, at No. 1 and No. 2 singles, (38-0 3/4). Osborn teamed with respectively. Lane Martells and Rodney Gossard, Shaun Hintz and Zak Khan won their No. 1 doubles Trey Simmons to take the 800 relay match in straight sets to cap the in 1:34.66. win.

Seth Williams won the 800 (2:05.25) for Rock Falls, and Michael Austin took the 300 hurBoys track & field Mendota 92, Fulton 55, Rock dles (45.23). Williams, Brayden Falls 34: The Steamers were sec- Hamblen, Jonathan Cameron and

Jerome Warren won the 3,200 relay (9:15.77).

Girls track & field

Mendota 67, Rock Falls 60, Fulton 45: Dallas Clevenger was a

double-winner for the Rockets, and Averi Leitzen and Breanna Eissens both won twice for the Steamers at Hinders Field.

Clevenger took the 200 (27.74 seconds) and the 400 (1:00.21), while Michaela Busch won the pole vault (7 feet, 6 inches) and Sydney Aricx won the long jump (14-11) for Rock Falls. Arickx teamed with Emily Blackert, Ellie McKee and Molly Mammosser to take the 400 relay (53.74).

Lietzen swept the distance races, winning the 1,600 in 5:57.70 and the 3,200 in 12:18.29. Eissens took both hurdles events, winning the 100s in 18.11 seconds, and the 300s in 50.36. Jordan Price added a victory in the 800 (2:30.63) for Fulton.

at Oregon Park West

OREGON 7, WINNEBAGO 1 Winnebago 000 100 0 — 1 4 0 Oregon 101 122 x — 7 12 1 W – Abby Baker. L – McKenna Hawkins.

WINNEBAGO Hawkins (6 IP, 7 ER, 12 H, 7 SO, 1 BB, 1 HBP). Multi hits – Hawkins 2. 2B – Molly Spears. RBI – Abby DeRango. SB – Hawkins. Sac – Abby Brown. LOB – 4.

OREGON Baker (7 IP, 1 R, 0 ER, 4 H, 5 SO, 0 BB).

Multi hits – Aleah Wight 2, Emily Perkins 2, Ally Bartling 2, Gylian Finch 2. 2B – Perkins. HR – Wight. RBI – Wight 2, Finch 2, Perkins, Bartling, Bre Bicksler. SB – Wight 2, Finch 2, Bartling, Anni Wilson, Bella Holley, Alli Henson. SF – Bartling. LOB – 5. E – Bartling. at Morrison

MORRISON 6, ORION 2 Orion 000 002 0 — 2 5 2 Morrison 102 012 x — 6 11 0 W – Brooke Stralow. L – India Price.

ORION Price (3 IP, 3 R, 2 ER, 5 H, 0 SO, 0 BB), Julia Moore (3 IP, 3 R, 2 ER, 6 H, 1 SO, 1 BB). 3B – Breanna Moore. RBI – Moore, Hailey Frutiger. Sac – Madison Steines.

LOB – 4. E – Paige Stropes, Ann Hensen.

MORRISON Stralow (7 IP, 2 ER, 5 H, 7 SO,1 BB). Multi hits – Jaeden Workman 3, Stralow 2, Lauren Pannier 2, Emma Sitzmore 2. 2B – Pannier, Stralow. HR – Workman, Stralow. RBI – Stralow 3, Workman 2, Sitzmore. SB – Lauren Vos. Sac – Rachel Davis. LOB – 8. at Edgington

ERIE-PROPHETSTOWN 6, ROCKRIDGE 2 Erie-P’town 001 120 2 — 6 11 1 Rockridge 000 000 2 — 2 4 1 W – Kylie Ackerman. L – Tayah Hayes.

ERIE-PROPHETSTOWN (13-2) Multi hits – Savannah Mettler 3, Ackerman 2. 2B – Ackerman. HR – Ackerman.

Multi RBIs – Ackerman 2, Emily Cox 2.

ROCKRIDGE Multi hits – Daria Parchert 2. HR – Parchert. RBI – Parchert. at Savanna

WEST CARROLL 3, EAST DUBUQUE 1 East Dubuque 000 001 0 – 1 5 0 West Carroll 000 111 x – 3 10 2 W – Abby Maike (4-6) L – Natalie Timmerman (0-1) EAST DUBUQUE Timmerman (5 1/3 IP, 9 H, 3 R, 3 ER, 3 BB, 0 K), Abby Berryman (2/3 IP, H, 0 R, BB, 0 K). Multi hits – Skylar Culbertson 2. 2B – Payton Duster. RBI – Duster.

WEST CARROLL Maike (7 IP, 5 H, R, ER, 3 BB, 4 K). Multi hits – Brianna Kampmeier 3, Haley Appel 2, Christy Ralston 2. 2B – Ralston, Kampmeier. 3B – Monica Smith. RBI – Anna Badtke, Appel, Raslton.

Boys tennis Thursday’s results at Ottawa

STERLING 3, OTTAWA 2 Singles 1: Jack Nitz (Sterling) def. Jack Manuel, 6-0, 6-0 2: Jacob Reynolds (Sterling) def. Andrew Felty, 6-3, 6-4 Doubles 1: Lane Martells, Zak Khan (Sterling) def.

Brady Rice, Brandon Moore, 6-0, 6-4 2: Seth Tynea, Josh Dale (Ottawa) def. Jonah Khuntangta, Alex Gallardo, 6-0, 6-6 (7-3) 3: Carter Percy, Mason Curtis (Ottawa) def.

Gage Bright, Saul Juarez, 6-1, 6-3

Boys track Thursday’s results at Hinders Field, Rock Falls

MENDOTA 92, FULTON 55, ROCK FALLS 34 100 – 1. Wyatt Martinson (M) 11.72; 200 – 1. Jason Osborn (F) 23.43; 400 – 1.

Javier Rosales (M) 52.52; 800 – 1. Seth Williams (RF) 2:05.25; 1,600 – 1. Hobs Winters (F) 4:56.62; 3,200 – 1. Tony Martinez (M) 11:58.32; 110 hurdles – 1. Patrick O’Sadnick (M) 17.10; 300 hurdles – 1. Michael Austin (RF) 45.23; 400 relay – 1. Mendota 44.83; 800 relay – 1. Fulton (Rodney Gossard, Osborn, Shaun Hintz, Trey Simmons) 1:34.66; 1,600 relay – 1.

Mendota 3:36.12; 3,200 relay – 1. Rock Falls (Brayden Hamblen, Williams, Jonathan Cameron, Jerome Warren) 9:15.77; High jump – 1. Ryan Reeder (M) 6-2; Pole vault – 1. Mitchel Humphrey (M) 10-6; Long jump – 1. Reeder (M) 18-3 3/4; Triple jump – 1. Kyle Matthews (F) 38-0 3/4; Shot put – 1. Kyle McLuckie (F) 51-8; Discus – 1. Adam Kellen (M) 126-10

Girls track Thursday’s results at Hinders Field, Rock Falls

MENDOTA 67, ROCK FALLS 60, FULTON 45 100 – 1. Pam Larrison (M) 13.85; 200 – 1. Dallas Clevenger (RF) 27.75; 400 – 1.

Dallas Clevenger (RF) 1:00.21; 800 – 1.

Jordan Price (F) 2:30.63; 1,600 – 1. Averi Leitzen (F) 5:57.70; 3,200 – 1. Leitzen (F) 12:18.29; 100 hurdles – 1. Breanna Eissens (F) 18.11; 300 hurdles – 1. Eissens (F) 50.36; 400 relay – 1. Rock Falls (Sydney Arickx, Emily Blackert, Ellie McKee Molly Mammosser) 53.74; 800 relay – 1.

Mendota 1:54.69; 1,600 relay – 1. Mendota 4:29.04; 3,200 relay – 1. Mendota 11:41.95; High jump – 1. Rachel Reppin (M) 4-2; Pole vault – 1. Michaela Busch (RF) 7-6; Long jump – 1. Arickx (RF) 14-11; Triple jump – 1. Melissa Wohrley (M) 29-7 1/2; Shot put – 1. Elizabeth Willis (M) 36-6; Discus – 1. Willis (M) 97-7

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ABOVE: Dixon’s Kylee Hermeyer controls the ball as the Rockford Lutheran defense of Daniela Sancho (8) and Jenna Fry closes in during Thursday’s game at A.C. Bowers Field. Hermeyer scored two goals, and the Duchesses won the Big Northern West game 2-1.

BELOW: Dixon’s Lauren Chacon tries to get the ball away from Lutheran’s Michaela Richardson.

Duchesses rally past Crusaders at home REDEMPTION

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“As a goalie, you end up facing a lot of these shots over the years, so I was comfortable,” Long said. “I watched [Hermeyer’s] head and saw her eyes look to her left.

I crept over two steps to my right and just hoped that’s where she was headed.”

The Crusaders were playing their seventh match in 5 days, and brought energy in the first half. They mustered five shots on goal, while Dixon countered with six, including the penalty shot.

Long, who was born with an extra vertebra in her back, said she deals with back issues often, and one flared up at halftime, forcing the senior keeper to sit with ice for about 20 minutes of the second half to calm back spasms. It was then when Dixon turned up the heat both defensively and offensively out of the break, and took advantage of a tired Crusaders squad.

Lauren Chacon pushed the pace, challenged balls often, and put pressure on Lutheran’s freshman relief goalie Alexis Bladel.

But it was Hermeyer who came through for Dixon’s first goal with 26:32 remaining in the second half, on a set piece from about 30 yards out.

Lutheran set up a threeman wall, and Hermeyer hooked her shot around the wall, and into the top left pocket of the goal to tie the score at 1-1.

Dixon (5-1-1) kept the pressure on, and it was Hermeyer who found the back of the net just 3 minutes later on an assist from Madelyn Melvin, who threw the ball in.

“We just kind of worked out of it,” Hermeyer said.

“We all used our energy to come back.”

Long entered the match less than a minute after Hermeyer scored the goahead goal, but by then it was too late. Dixon shut down the Crusaders forwards with a stellar performance from

Kirsten DeAvril.

DeAvril started the match as the sweeper, but moved to defensive mid later in the match and challenged just about every opportunity Lutheran could muster.

Her speed shut down the alleys, and she cleared everything once Lutheran started to push into its offensive zone.

“We have a lot of players injured, so I try to step up,” DeAvril said. “It’s a little frustrating having to move around [positions] so much, but at

the same time, I love the challenge.”

DeAvril and the Duchesses kept Lutheran from a shot attempt in the second half until 5:28 remained in the match.

It was the Crusaders’ lone shot after the break.

“Kirsten is like a wall back there,” Hermeyer said. “She’s like our comfort. She’s so good. We know that if we let someone get by us, Kirsten will shut them down, and we’ll get the ball back.

She’s really just like a wall for us.”

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THURSDAY’S SCOREBOARD NBA FIRST ROUND (Best-of-7) Saturday’s games Washington at Toronto, 11:30 a.m.

New Orleans at Golden State, 2:30 p.m.

Milwaukee at Chicago, 6 p.m.

Dallas at Houston, 8:30 p.m.

Sunday’s games Boston at Cleveland, 2 p.m.

Brooklyn at Atlanta, 4:30 p.m.

Portland at Memphis, 7 p.m.

San Antonio at L.A. Clippers, 9:30 p.m.

Monday’s games Milwaukee at Chicago, 7 p.m.

New Orleans at Golden State, 9:30 p.m.

Tuesday’s games Boston at Cleveland, 6 p.m.

Washington at Toronto, 7 p.m.

Dallas at Houston, 8:30 p.m.

Wednesday’s games Brooklyn at Atlanta, 6 p.m.

Portland at Memphis, 7 p.m.

San Antonio at L.A. Clippers, 9:30 p.m.

Thursday, April 23 Cleveland at Boston, 6 p.m.

Chicago at Milwaukee, 7 p.m.

Golden State at New Orleans, 8:30 p.m.

Friday, April 24 Houston at Dallas, 6 p.m.

Toronto at Washington, 7 p.m.

L.A. Clippers at San Antonio, 8:30 p.m.

Saturday, April 25 Atlanta at Brooklyn, 2 p.m.

Chicago at Milwaukee, 4:30 p.m.

Golden State at New Orleans, 7 p.m.

Memphis at Portland, 9:30 p.m.

Sunday, April 26 Cleveland at Boston, noon L.A. Clippers at San Antonio, 2:30 p.m.

Toronto at Washington, 6 p.m.

Houston at Dallas, 8:30 p.m.

Chicago vs. Milwaukee (Best-of-7; x-if necessary) Saturday: Milwaukee at Chicago, 6 p.m.

Monday: Milwaukee at Chicago, 7 p.m.

Thursday, April 23: Chicago at Milwaukee, 7 p.m.

Saturday. April 25: Chicago at Milwaukee, 4:30 p.m. x-Monday, April 27: Milwaukee at Chicago, TBD x-Thursday, April 30: Chicago at Milwaukee, TBD x-Saturday, May 2: Milwaukee at Chicago, TBD

Leaders Through end of regular season Scoring G FG FT PTS AVG Westbrk, OKC 67 627 546 1886 28.1 Harden, HOU 81 647 715 2217 27.4 James, CLE 69 624 375 1743 25.3 Davis, NOR 68 642 371 1656 24.4 Cousins, SAC 59 498 423 1421 24.1 Curry, GOL 80 653 308 1900 23.8 Aldridge, POR 71 659 306 1661 23.4 Griffin, LAC 67 574 311 1469 21.9 Irving, CLE 75 578 315 1628 21.7 Thmpsn, GOL 77 602 225 1668 21.7 Wade, MIA 62 509 284 1331 21.5 Gay, SAC 68 508 337 1432 21.1 Lillard, POR 82 590 344 1720 21.0 DeRozan, TOR 60 409 361 1204 20.1 Butler, CHI 65 421 386 1301 20.0 Vucevic, ORL 74 631 164 1428 19.3 Hayward, UTA 76 484 375 1463 19.3 Paul, LAC 82 568 289 1564 19.1 Ellis, DAL 80 602 228 1513 18.9 Gasol, CHI 78 570 294 1446 18.5 Rebounds G OFF DEF TOT Jordan, LAC 82 397 829 1226 Drummnd, DET 82 437 667 1104 Cousins, SAC 59 185 562 747 Gasol, CHI 78 220 699 919 Chandler, DAL 75 294 570 864 Vucevic, ORL 74 238 572 810 Randlph, MEM 71 225 522 747 Davis, NOR 68 173 523 696 Aldridge, POR 71 177 549 726 Monroe, DET 69 229 475 704 Assists G Paul, LAC 82 Wall, WAS 79 Lawson, DEN 75 Westbrook, OKC 67 Rondo, DAL 68 Curry, GOL 80 James, CLE 69 Teague, ATL 73 Harden, HOU 81 Lowry, TOR 70

AST 838 792 720 574 538 619 511 513 565 473

AVG 15.0 13.5 12.7 11.8 11.5 10.9 10.5 10.2 10.2 10.2 AVG 10.2 10.0 9.6 8.6 7.9 7.7 7.4 7.0 7.0 6.8

FIRST ROUND (Best-of-7; x-if necessary) Wednesday’s results Montreal 4, Ottawa 3, Montreal leads series 1-0 N.Y. Islanders 4, Washington 1, N.Y. Islanders leads series 1-0 Chicago 4, Nashville 3, 2OT, Chicago leads series 1-0 Calgary at Vancouver, late Thursday’s results Pittsburgh at N.Y. Rangers, 6 p.m.

Detroit at Tampa Bay, 6:30 p.m.

Minnesota at St. Louis, 8:30 p.m.

Winnipeg at Anaheim, 9:30 p.m.

Today’s games Ottawa at Montreal, 6 p.m.

N.Y. Islanders at Washington, 6 p.m.

Chicago at Nashville, 8:30 p.m.

Calgary at Vancouver, 9 p.m.

Saturday’s games Detroit at Tampa Bay, 2 p.m.

Minnesota at St. Louis, 2 p.m.

Pittsburgh at N.Y. Rangers, 7 p.m.

Winnipeg at Anaheim, 9:30 p.m.

Sunday’s games Washington at N.Y. Islanders, 11 a.m.

Nashville at Chicago, 2 p.m.

Montreal at Ottawa, 6 p.m.

Vancouver at Calgary, 9 p.m.

Monday’s games N.Y. Rangers at Pittsburgh, 6 p.m.

St. Louis at Minnesota, 7 p.m.

Anaheim at Winnipeg, 8 p.m.

Tuesday’s games Tampa Bay at Detroit, 6 p.m.

Washington at N.Y. Islanders, 6:30 p.m.

Nashville at Chicago, 8:30 p.m.

Vancouver at Calgary, 9 p.m.

Wednesday’s games Montreal at Ottawa, 6 p.m.

N.Y. Rangers at Pittsburgh, 6 p.m.

St. Louis at Minnesota, 8:30 p.m.

Anaheim at Winnipeg, 8:30 p.m.

MLB AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division W L Pct Boston 6 3 .667 Tampa Bay 6 4 .600 Baltimore 5 4 .556 Toronto 5 5 .500 New York 3 6 .333 Central Division W L Pct Detroit 8 1 .889 Kansas City 7 2 .778 Chicago 3 5 .375 Cleveland 3 5 .375 Minnesota 3 6 .333 West Division W L Pct Oakland 5 5 .500 Houston 4 5 .444 Los Angeles 4 5 .444 Texas 4 6 .400 Seattle 3 6 .333

NHL | PLAYOFF ROUNDUP

Saturday’s games Atlanta at Toronto, 12:07 p.m.

Chicago White Sox at Detroit, 12:08 p.m.

Cleveland at Minnesota, 1:10 p.m.

Baltimore at Boston, 3:05 p.m.

L.A. Angels at Houston, 6:10 p.m.

N.Y. Yankees at Tampa Bay, 6:10 p.m.

Oakland at Kansas City, 6:10 p.m.

Texas at Seattle, 8:10 p.m.

NATIONAL LEAGUE East Division W L Pct New York 7 3 .700 Atlanta 6 3 .667 Washington 4 6 .400 Miami 3 7 .300 Philadelphia 3 7 .300 Central Division W L Pct Chicago 5 3 .625 St. Louis 5 3 .625 Cincinnati 5 4 .556 Pittsburgh 3 6 .333 Milwaukee 2 7 .222 West Division W L Pct Colorado 7 2 .778 Los Angeles 6 3 .667 San Diego 6 4 .600 Arizona 4 5 .444 San Francisco 3 7 .300

GB — ½ 3 4 4 GB — — ½ 2½ 3½ GB — 1 1½ 3 4½

Thursday’s results St. Louis 4, Milwaukee 0 Washington 5, Philadelphia 2 N.Y. Mets 7, Miami 5 Arizona at San Francisco, late Today’s games San Diego (Shields 1-0) at Chicago Cubs (Hammel 1-0), 1:20 p.m.

Milwaukee (Nelson 1-0) at Pittsburgh (Locke 1-0), 6:05 p.m.

Philadelphia (O’Sullivan 0-0) at Washington (Scherzer 0-1), 6:05 p.m.

Atlanta (Teheran 2-0) at Toronto (Hutchison 1-0), 6:07 p.m.

Miami (Phelps 0-0) at N.Y. Mets (Colon 2-0), 6:10 p.m.

Cincinnati (Cueto 0-1) at St. Louis (Wacha 1-0), 7:15 p.m.

Colorado (K.Kendrick 1-1) at L.A. Dodgers (Kershaw 0-1), 9:10 p.m.

Arizona (Collmenter 0-2) at San Francisco (Peavy 0-1), 9:15 p.m.

Saturday’s games Philadelphia at Washington, 12:05 p.m.

Atlanta at Toronto, 12:07 p.m.

Cincinnati at St. Louis, 1:15 p.m.

San Diego at Chicago Cubs, 1:20 p.m.

Milwaukee at Pittsburgh, 6:05 p.m.

Miami at N.Y. Mets, 6:10 p.m.

Arizona at San Francisco, 8:05 p.m.

Colorado at L.A. Dodgers, 8:10 p.m.

Thursday’s box score

CARDINALS 4, BREWERS 0 Milwaukee

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Thursday’s results Minnesota 8, Kansas City 5 Tampa Bay 4, Toronto 2 Today’s games Chicago White Sox (Samardzija 0-1) at Detroit (Price 1-0), 12:08 p.m.

Atlanta (Teheran 2-0) at Toronto (Hutchison 1-0), 6:07 p.m.

Baltimore (U.Jimenez 1-0) at Boston (J.Kelly 1-0), 6:10 p.m.

N.Y. Yankees (Warren 0-1) at Tampa Bay (Karns 1-1), 6:10 p.m.

Cleveland (Kluber 0-1) at Minnesota (Pelfrey 0-0), 7:10 p.m.

L.A. Angels (Weaver 0-2) at Houston (R.Hernandez 0-1), 7:10 p.m.

Oakland (Gray 1-0) at Kansas City (Guthrie 1-0), 7:10 p.m.

Texas (Gallardo 1-1) at Seattle (Happ 0-0), 9:10 p.m.

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Transactions BASEBALL MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL — Named John McHale Jr. special assistant to the commissioner.

American League CHICAGO WHITE SOX — Sent RHP Jake Petricka to Charlotte (IL) on an injury rehabilitation assignment.

TORONTO BLUE JAYS — Recalled INF Ryan Goins from Buffalo (IL). Designated RHP Todd Redmond for assignment.

National League WASHINGTON NATIONALS — Recalled LHP Felipe Rivero from Syracuse (IL).

Optioned RHP Taylor Jordan to Syracuse.

FOOTBALL National Football League NFL — Reinstated Minnesota RB Adrian Peterson, effective April 17.

JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS — Agreed to terms with LB Paul Posluszny on a oneyear contract extension.

WASHINGTON REDSKINS — Re-signed K Kai Forbath.

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Red Wings center Pavel Datsyuk (13) celebrates after scoring past Lightning goalie Ben Bishop (30) during the first period of Game 1 of their Eastern Conference playoff series Thursday in Tampa, Fla. Detroit won 3-2.

Center of attention Datsyuk leads Detroit; Rangers wrangle Penguins; Wild win By the Associated Press

Pavel Datsyuk scored twice, and Petr Mrazek had 44 saves in his NHL playoff debut to help the Detroit Red Wings beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 3-2 in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference series Thursday night in Tampa, Fla. Datsyuk scored on two of the first four shots the Red Wings got against Tampa Bay’s Ben Bishop.

Luke Glendening’s short-handed goal gave Detroit a 3-1 lead early in the third period.

Mrazek, named Detroit’s starter for Game 1 over veteran Jimmy Howard, gave up a short-handed goal to Brian Boyle in the first period, and a late goal to Nikita Nesterov that enabled the Lightning to pull within 3-2.

Tampa Bay outshot the Red Wings 46-14, but went 0-for-7 on the power play – failing to even get a shot off on the final opportunity in the closing seconds.

It’s a nice start to the playoffs for the Red Wings, who are making their 24th consecutive appearance, but haven’t advanced beyond the second round since 2009.

For Tampa Bay, it’s the second straight season they’ve dropped

• The Winnipeg Jets and the Anaheim Ducks were tied 2-2 just minutes into the third period of their series opener in Anaheim

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• Drew Stafford and Adam Lowry each scored the Ducks.

• Corey Perry and Sami Vatanen scored for the Jets. their opener in the first round at home. The Lightning also lost Game 2 at home on the way to being swept by Montreal a year ago.

Game 2 of this best-of-7 matchup is Saturday in Tampa.

Rangers 2, Penguins 1: Derick Brassard and Ryan McDonagh scored in the first period, and Henrik Lundqvist made the goals stand up as the New York Rangers won the opener of their playoff series with the Penguins in New York.

New York shut down Pittsburgh’s top threats, Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin, for a fourth straight victory over the Penguins in the postseason. The Rangers won the final three games of a second-round series last year, rallying from a 3-1 deficit.

Lundqvist finished with 24 saves, while Marc-Andre Fleury was far busier in making 36.

Blake Comeau scored in the second period for Pittsburgh.

Game 2 is in New York on Saturday night.

Wild 4, Blues 2: Jason Zucker and Matt Dumba gave Minnesota a two-goal lead through two periods, and the Wild kept chances to a minimum for Devan Dubnyk, opening the playoffs strong with a victory over the Blues in St. Louis.

Jaden Schwartz and Alexander Steen scored in the third period for the Central Division champion Blues, but it was too little and too late. Game 2 is on Saturday.

Dubnyk, in his playoff debut, saw only 11 shots in the first two periods, and finished with 19 saves.

There was a flurry of scoring in the final seconds, some of it after a standing-room crowd had headed for the exits. Mikael Granlund’s empty-netter made it a two-goal cushion with 1:13 to go, 7 seconds after Allen headed for the bench.

Steen scored with 58.7 seconds left for St. Louis, but Jason Pominville scored with 20 seconds left to clinch it.

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Yet no matter how impulsive Quenneville reacted to that mistake in yanking Crawford, prudence had returned by the time he confidently announced he was laying responsibility back at “Crow’s” feet.

Quenneville’s news ended our citywide debate over a guy who just won the Jennings Trophy, and a journeyman rookie wearing his 13th different professional sweater.

Chicago hasn’t had this much fun since debating Jay Cutler or Josh McCown in 2013. In this case, there really was no wrong answer, because of Quenneville’s track record in making the right one.

Even those of us who suggested the Hawks go the Antti `Niemi route and ride a rookie’s hot glove hand into Game 2 must concede that Quenneville gets the benefit of the doubt not every coach receives.

Being the league’s third-winningest coach with 1,341 regular-season victories and 100 playoff triumphs tends to buy that. It was Quenneville’s hunch to pull Crawford for Darling, after all, that created this goalie discussion. Quenneville has followed his gut to two Stanley Cup championship parades, so he still listens to it attentively, as anyone would.

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Blackhawks goalie Scott Darling reaches for the puck during the third period of Game 1 of their first-round playoff series against the Predators on Wednesday in Nashville, Tenn. Darling earned the win in overtime, but will serve as a backup to Corey Crawford for today’s game.

If you insist on secondguessing how a team in this series handles its goalies, try the Predators.

Consider 15 months ago the Preds had Darling and Wild goalie Devan Dubnyk – one of the league’s hottest – in their pipeline behind Pekka Rinne. The Preds dealt Dubnyk to the Canadiens after appearing in only two games, and allowed Darling to leave the organization last summer, when his hometown Hawks signed him.

The irony? Darling’s historic game Wednesday came in front of Predators goalie coach Ben Vanderklok, who’s credited with helping develop Darling with the AHL’s Milwaukee Admirals. It was in the April 25, 2014, edition of The

Tennessean that a headline over a story about Nashville’s future proclaimed: “Predators See Darling Become Quality AHL Goalie.”

Nearly 1 year later, the Preds saw Darling dominate as an NHL goalie at their expense. Now, after that demoralizing loss, the Preds must wonder what they have to do to beat a Hawks team that overcame a 3-0 deficit – partly because of the work of one of their former prospects.

No, the Hawks cannot expect to rely on four defensemen and should consider alternatives to Michal Rozsival and Kimmo Timonen, whose skates looked stuck in 2005. They must win more faceoffs and commit fewer penalties.

They would like to find a role for veteran Antoine Vermette, who bides his time as a healthy scratch.

Yes, they have issues to address.

But who plays goalie isn’t one of them. How many NHL teams would have loved to consider that their biggest dilemma after Game 1?

Darling, indeed, did enough to earn the start in Game 2, but pro sports rarely are about getting what you deserve. Surely a player who took the circuitous route to NHL postseason distinction learned that somewhere between stops with the North Iowa Outlaws and the Louisiana IceGators.

The lesson at this juncture: It was Darling’s time. It is still Crawford’s team.

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Comets hold off Clippers Rockets win pitchers duel Warriors, Rockets, Dukes lose league games

By SVM Sports Staff

The Newman Comets scored all five of their runs in the first two innings, then held on to beat Amboy 5-4 in a Three Rivers East home win.

Quincy Coomes earned the win, allowing six hits, four runs (three earned) and two walks while striking out eight in six innings. Trevor Bolin got the save.

Shayne Allen hit a double and had two RBIs, while Bolin and Landon Vesley added an RBI apiece.

Logan Thake had two hits for the Clippers, and Will Crownhart took the loss.

Geneseo 9, Sterling 2:

The Maple Leafs used a six-run fifth inning to deal Sterling a NIB-12 road loss.

Esteban Sosa and Turner Morse each had an RBI for the Golden Warriors, who scored once in the top of the first and again in the fifth. Rafael Escalante took the loss, allowing four runs (two earned) in four innings.

Lutheran 4, Rock Falls 1: The Rockets scored in

the top of the first, but couldn’t push any more runs across in a BNC West loss in Rockford.

Cayden Erickson took the loss. He allowed five hits and four runs (three earned), and struck out eight in six innings.

Quinton Matznick hit a

Thursday’s stars Nathan Schneiderman, Forr.-Polo, 2 hits, HR, 3 runs, 3 RBIs Shayne Allen, Newman, 2B, 2 RBIs double, and Logan Pillars had the lone RBI for Rock Falls (10-5).

Winnebago 5, Dixon 2:

Owen Van Horn’s tworun single in the second inning provided both Dukes runs in a Big Northern West loss at Veterans Memorial Field.

Mitchell Wolfe went the distance on the mound for Dixon (2-10, 1-5, allowing five runs – three earned – and nine hits, with one strikeout and no walks.

Darren Heslop led the Tigers with two hits and two RBIs.

Rockridge 11, ErieProphetstown 1, 6 inn.:

The Panthers managed just three hits against Rockridge starter Isaiah Kistler in a Three Rivers West loss on the road.

Kallen Jepson and Kale Orman doubled for EP, and Josh Lohman took the loss on the mound.

Dalton Woeber led the Rockets (8-8) with three hits and three RBIs.

Forreston-Polo 7, Dakota 6: Nathan Schneiderman

had two hits, including a home run, drove in three runs and scored three times to lead the Cardinals to an NUIC East win at home.

Austin Groshans added an RBI for ForrestonPolo (13-4, 5-0), which got 2 1/3 innings of hitless relief from Wyatt Patterson. Mitchell Bratina picked up the win, strikMorrison 10, Orion 9: The Mustangs used two ing out five and walking four-run innings to hold two in 4 2/3 innings. off Orion in a Three Rivers College baseball West road win.

Sauk swept on road: The Morrison scored four Skyhawks fell to 6-25 on runs in the first and fifth the season with 7-1 and innings, and two in the 6-3 losses in Joliet. second in the win. Ryan Derek Kennel had the VanZuiden and Cody lone RBI in the opener, Southern each had two as Sauk was limited to RBIs, Justin Jensen hit a two hits. Cody Dietz (0-2) double and added an RBI, lasted 2 1/3 innings in the and Brock Smith earned loss. the win.

Angel Vega had two hits, Smith pitched three including a double, and innings in relief of starter all three RBIs in the nightJoey Brackemyer, and cap, which saw Bryant allowed three earned runs Lilly (2-3) allow six runs – and five hits, with five two earned – and six hits in a complete game. strikeouts.

Warriors, Duchesses lose close ones at home

By SVM Sports Staff

Michaela Ward struck out 13 in a two-hit shutout, and the Rock Falls Rockets won a Big Northern West game at home Thursday, beating Byron 2-0.

Ward walked just one, and got all the offense she’d need in the second inning. Olivia Babcock had three of the Rockets’ six hits, including a double, and she also drove in a run. Jenny Lawson added the other secondinning RBI for Rock Falls (8-6, 4-1).

Rachel Bonnell struck out four and walked two, while allowing two runs and six hits for Byron.

Mendota 2, Dixon 1, 9 inn.: After the Trojans

took a 1-0 lead in the top of the seventh, the Duchesses tied the game in the bottom of the inning, but couldn’t cap that rally with a Big Northern West victory at home.

Emily Bay’s RBI triple followed Haley Fitzsimmons seventh-inning single to tie the score at 1-1, but Bay was thrown out at home on Jacelyn Rodriguez’s attempted squeeze bunt. Sam White (0-5) took the loss for Dixon (0-12, 0-4), allowing two earned runs and 10 hits, with six strikeouts and eight walks.

Amy Devitt’s ninthinning triple plated Morgan Marquis with the winning run.

Sherrard 3, Sterling 0: The Golden Warriors

allowed three unearned runs in a nonconference loss.

Lexy Staples took the loss, allowing an unearned run in five innings, with three strikeouts and no walks.

Maddie Corwell pitched the final two innings, allowing two unearned runs and two hits with a strikeout.

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Newman’s Lakyn Waldschmidt throws out Amboy’s Madeline Ely at first on Thursday, after Ely dropped down a sacrifice bunt. Waldschmidt took the loss in the circle, as Amboy won 4-1 in Sterling.

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the plate with two outs when Jenna Stevens hit a long fly ball to center field that Madeline Ely corralled to end the game.

“We did what we wanted,” JD Waldschmidt said.

“We got the tying run to the plate in the seventh, but their outfielder made a good play. We left eight girls on base, and that’s the difference. It gives us something to work on for next time.”

Lakyn Waldschmidt (4-4) took the loss, allowing four runs, three earned, in 4 1/3 innings pitched.

Sam Miller came in with the bases loaded in the fourth and struck out the next two batters to get out of the jam. She retired all eight batters she faced.

“Sam actually has a bit of twinge in her knee,” JD Waldschmidt said. “So she’s not throwing as hard as usual, and I think today that contrast in speed kind of paid off for us.”

Newman’s lone run came in the second inning. Mady Ferris tripled with two outs, and Stevens drove her in with a single. Ferris, Stevens, Miller and Julie Hurd each had two hits, and they make up four of the first five spots in Newman’s lineup.

erman doubled, homered and drove in two runs, and also picked up the Three Rivers West win in the circle for the Panthers on the road.

Michaela Brooke Savannah Mettler had Ward Stralow Rock Falls Morrison three hits, and Emily Cox senior sophomore added a pair of RBIs for Oregon 7, Winnebago EP (13-2). Daria Parchert 1: Abby Baker struck out hit a solo home run for five without a walk in a the Rockets (8-5, 3-2).

West Carroll 3, East four-hitter, and Aleah Dubuque 1: The ThunWight homered to lead der scored a run in each the Hawks to a Big Northern West win at Oregon of the fourth, fifth and sixth innings to pull out a Park West.

Wight drove in two home NUIC West win.

Brianna Kampmeiruns, as did Gylian Finch, and Emily Perkins. Ally er went 3-for-3, while Bartling and Bre Bicksler Anna Badtke, Haley added RBIs for Oregon. A p p e l a n d C h r i s t y Wight, Perkins, Bartling, Ralston each had an RBI and Finch had two hits for West Carroll. each, and Wight scored Abby Maike earned the win, pitching all seven three runs.

M c K e n n a H a w k i n s innings. Maike allowed went the distance in the one earned run, struck circle for Winnebago. out four and walked Morrison 6, Orion 2: three.

Brooke Stralow doubled, College softball homered and drove in Sauk sweeps in Freethree runs to help her p o r t : The Skyhawks own cause in the Fillies’ wrapped up the ArrowThree Rivers West win at head Conference crown home.

Stralow struck out with a pair of wins, seven and walked one in downing Highland 13-8 a complete-game, allow- and 4-2.

Stephanie Kester (15ing two earned runs and five hits. Jaeden Work- 4) won the opener, and man had three hits, Priscilla Aponte (9-0) including a home run, won the nightcap as Sauk and drove in two runs, improved to 34-6 overall, while Emma Siztmore 24-4 in regional play, and had two hits and an RBI. 16-2 in league games.

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She reached on a walk to start the second inning on a walk, and then moved to second on a single by Hallie Nauman.

Madison Murphy followed by grounding hard toward first baseman Sam Miller, who couldn’t react quick enough. The ball bounced off her foot and bounded toward second base. Second baseman Sarah Trujillo hurried to pick up the ball, and she threw home, but not before Liebing had sped around the bases to score.

Liebing delivered the big blow for Amboy (13-3, 5-0 TRAC East) in the third inning with two runners on and with two strikes.

She held back on a close pitch that was called a ball, and then ripped the next offering down the left-field line to score two runs.

“We had two at-bats today where we just missed with the third strike,” Newman coach JD Waldschmidt said. “We followed that by sending one across that got too much of the plate, and they hit it.

They took advantage of the chances they had, and we

weren’t able too.”

“I really liked the approach the girls had at the plate,” Amboy coach Kelly Whitman said. “They came up to the plate wanting to make the pitcher work. Sydney Wilhelm really set that up with a couple long at-bats.”

Wilhelm had an 11-pitch at-bat against Lakyn Waldschmidt in the first inning, and then she came up in the third inning and ripped a single on the first pitch.

In the fourth inning, Amboy tacked on another run when Karlee Doege grounded out on a twostrike count and the bases loaded.

Doege was the winning pitcher, giving up one earned run and eight hits, while striking out seven and not allowing a walk.

“The umpires were calling the edges, and Karlee’s really smart about noticing that,” Liebing said. “When she’d get in trouble, she’d go back to the edge to try and get the call. She refuses to give in to the hitter, and that kept them from having big innings.”

Doege worked out of jams in the first, sixth and seventh innings. In the seventh, Newman (4-5, 3-2) had the tying run at

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Fred Allen, a comedian who died in 1956, said, “A celebrity is a person who works hard all his life to become well-known, then wears dark glasses to avoid being recognized.”

In bridge, part of the job of defenders is to make declarer work hard for his contract.

It is frustrating for the defenders if they effectively gift declarer the tricks that he needs.

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Declarer cashes dummy’s three diamond winners, discarding his remaining heart, and ruffs the heart jack in his hand. Then he leads a spade toward dummy’s king-jack.

West must smoothly play second hand low. He knows his side needs two spade tricks to defeat the contract.

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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.

Your involvement can impact a child’s future.

Contact Vanessa White, Director of Advocate Services (815) 288-1901 www.casalee carroll.com

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Volunteers Needed for Timber Lake Playhouse Annual Clean Up on April 25th.

Cleanup starts at 9:00. For questions about our volunteer opportunities contact the playhouse at 815-244-2035, visit the website at www.timberlake playhouse.org, or stop by our office at 8216 Black Oak Rd. in Mount Carroll, Mon.-Friday between 10:30a.m. and 3:00p.m.

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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.

FOR SALE

BY OWNER

209

STERLING 920 sq.ft., 2BR, 1 ba. home with carport.

Move in Includes ready! washer, dryer, stove, and refrigerator! 309-706-1990

STERLING Move-In Ready, 2 story Sterling Home, 3BR, 1½ BA, 1,300 sq. ft. garage, deck & lg. yard. All new roof, kitchen, baths, H/W floors, furnace plus finished basement w/ family/ 4th BR & ½ BA. 1110 5th Ave. $114,900.

Call 815-626-9472

LOTS / LAND 225 FOR SALE

APARTMENTSFURNISHED 305 POLO Lower 2BR, applcs. Furn. A/C, att. garage. Ref. & dep.

Req. $495/mo.

815-946-3191

ROCK FALLS EFFICIENCIES! -InclusiveClean & Quiet 815-626-8790*

APARTMENTS UNFURNISHED 306

Exclusive Lot for sale, ¾ Acre in Deer Valley.

Call if interested 309-634-1903

Attractive 1 & 2 BR. apts. with some utilities. Sterling & Rock Falls.

No pets, no parties.

Refs. req.

815-336-2305.

MOBILE HOMES 230

FOR RENT HOUSES & APTS. svla.org

MOBILE HOMES

230

Mobile Homes for Sale Dixon, Mt. Morris, Lyndon, Freeport, Davis Junction

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ASHTON ★★ 1&2 BR., Ashton/ F.G. 815-7512712/562-5075.★

DIXON 2 BR Duplex, Garage, applcs. & W+D. Deposit, Lease, No Pets.

815-440-6214

Hauck Homes 815-284-2000

2BR duplex townhouse, Idle Oaks sub., attached garage, $750/mo. + dep. & lease req.

815-631-7610.

Advertise your mobile homes for sale here!!

2BR, $425/mo. + dep. & lease, No Pets, Call Vickie at 815-973-4444 Broker Owned

DIXON

STERLING

2BR, $440/ mo. + dep. no pets, water & garbage incl.

Call 815-973-1743 2BR, 1 ba., single story townhouse, attached garage, lawn/snow removal incl., desirable NW Dixon location, laundry, no pets/no smoking, $760/mo.

815-440-3932

STERLING

RIVER RIDGE Sterling Rentals

APARTMENTS

2 Bedroom Great Location Garages Available

$

495

PER MONTH

1st Month’s Rent

FREE *with 1 year lease

3 Months

HARMON Move in Special!

Half off 1st month's rent!

2 BR 1 BA apt. for rent: 952 Harmon Rd. Harmon, IL. $475/mo. Country setting. Walk-in closets. Car port parking available.

815-562-7368

MILLEDGEVILLE 1BR, w/ applcs. $400/mo. svla.org.

815-718-5488

ROCK FALLS 1 BR $375 Hampton Apts.

815-625-7043 1BR, stove & refrig. furnished, no pets 815-625-0624 2BR, $500mo., Edon Apts.

815-441-3999 Lg. 1BR. + appl.

No pets. $425 + dep. 815-718-1784.

THICKSTEN APTS. 1 & 2 BR houses 815-499-4217

STERLING 1 BR Apts. No pets. No Exceptions! Call 815716-0367.

1BR, w/ applcs. $395 + dep.

No Pets.

815-622-8829

ROCK FALLS

FREE

Garage Rental*

*Only Valid while garages last. New applicants only.

Next to

ALDI in Sterling

1-815-414-2288

NORTHLAND PARK APARTMENTS Studio, 1 & 2 Bedroom Washer & Dryer Units Fitness Center Balconies / Patios Open House Daily Garages Available Pet Friendly

1st Month FREE! Call Me 2-Rent 815)632-7368 (Located Behind Northland Mall)

LG. 1BR apt. $450/ mo + dep.

773-319-0059.

Newly remodeled studio apts.

Utilities included.

Starting at $450.

815-441-5106 Room for Rent. All utilities incl. + wifi Starting at $75/wk. + dep. Call or text 815-716-6150.

Newer 2 Bedroom $599.00 & Up Applcs., Fireplaces 2002 3rd Ave. 1836 First Ave.

606 W. Lefevre 2 BR $535.00 1 BR $465.00 1 Studio $390.00 Partial Heat, Water, Sewer, Refuse Removal, Laundry Facilities, Satellite

(815)626-1431 Sinnissippi Townhomes First Mo. Free!

Spacious 2 BR. 2 story townhomes.

Central air, good location. Laundry hookup. (815)6261130.

HOMES FOR RENT

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ASHTON 3BR, 1 1/2 bath, CA, LP furnace, 2 car detached garage, no pets, $750 plus deposit, refs. required. 815378-5847 lv. msg.

505 W. 5th St. 1BR 1BA. Spacious loft. $450/mo. + utilities 815-440-0007 Cute 2BR, yard, C/A, Why Rent?™ 604 Avenue D $570/mo.

815-878-7399 Remodeled Home For Rent 7 mi. Prophet Rd., RF, 2 bedroom Rent $950 includes heat cost, lawn, snowplowing NO PETS RE/MAX Sauk Valley Call Melissa 309-912-2820

STERLING RTO 2BR $49,900 $5,000 down.4413515.Agent owned.

COMMERCIAL RENTAL

Secured 3 acre w/ high bays and office, 3818 River Rd., Sterling.

815-626-8790

MOBILE HOMES

DIXON

FOR RENT

2BR Newly renovated home 1308 W. 6th $575 + dep.

No dogs. 815-4404817 or 815-4402912

ASHTON

ROCK FALLS 2 bed house Rock Falls $555/mo.

815-622-2725 SNLRentals.com 2BR, 708 W. 2nd St., 1 car garage.

W&D hookups, no pets.815-625-1900

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315

2BR, clean, no $395/mo. pets.

847-809-6828.

WANT TO RENT 335 Want to Lease Hunting Property Three Responsible Hunters No further than 20 mi. out of Sterling 815-627-4447 If no answer please leave message.

WWW.PRESCOTTBROTHERSFORD.COM

PRESCOTT BROTHERS TORNADO RELIEF FUNDRAISER PRESCOTT BROTHERS FORD IN ROCHELLE WILL BE HOLDING A TORNADO RELIEF FUNDRAISER FROM 4/20/15 UNTIL 4/30/15.

WE WILL BE DONATING A PORTION OF ALL PARTS AND SERVICE SALES.

PLUS!!

WE WILL BE DONATING $100 PER CAR FOR EVERY E NEW AND USED CAR SOLD! IN ADDITION WE WILL BE OFFERING DISCOUNT RENTAL CARS AND ON SITE APPRAISALS FOR INSURANCE CLAIMS FOR THOSE AFFECTED BY THE TORNADO.

815-562-2177

620 SOUTH 7TH STREET (HWY 251 SOUTH) ROCHELLE, IL 61068

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C NOTICES Notice of Public Hearing Kreider Services, Inc. RE: State of Illinois Paratransit Vehicle Grant for Lee County Illinois Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held by: Kreider Services, Inc. On: At: Where: Road, In: door of

May 1, 2015 1:00 p.m.

Kreider Service, 500 Anchor Dixon, Illinois 61021 Board Room- enter through front address above

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: A. Description of Project: This application by Kreider Services to Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is requesting three (3) paratransit vehicles through the 2015 Rolling Stock Capital Assistance Program.

The one vehicle is an estimated cost of $63,000. This fourteen (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. The other two (2) vehicles are Minivans that are estimated costing $41,000 each. These six (6) passenger vans will provide transportation to persons with disabilities as well as older adults in Lee County and will also be replacement vehicles of older Kreider Service ones.

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, Inc. 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, 500 Anchor Rd., Dixon, Illinois 61021.

Jeff Stauter, President / CEO Kreider Services, Inc. 500 Anchor Rd. Dixon, Illinois 61021 (815) 288-6691 April 17, 2015 Ashton-Franklin CUSD Center 275's April School Board meeting has been moved from Monday April 20th 2015 to Monday April 27th at 7:00 p.m. in the High School Library.

ASSUMED NAME PUBLICATION NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on March 31 A.D. 2015 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 the transacting business known as Trucking Yocum located at 1137 Inlet Rd. Amboy, IL 61310. Dated this 31 day of March A.D. 2015.

Cathy Myers

by Gerianne Knack Deputy County Clerk April 3, 10,17, 2015 ASSUMED NAME PUBLICATION NOTICE Public Notice is hereby given that on April 7, A.D. 2015, a certificate was filed in the office if the County Clerk of Whiteside Illinois, County, setting forth the names and postoffice addresses of all of the persons owning, conducting and transacting the business known as iBlair Repair located at PO Box 62 Rock Falls, IL 61071.

Dated this 7th day of April, A.D. 2015 Dana Nelson County Clerk April 10, 17 & 24 2015

Great Garage Sales Call

625-3600

OPEN DOOR POLICY It is the policy of Square Heritage Retirement Center to admit all residents without regard to race, color, or national origin.

Additionally, residents are assigned within the facility without regard to race, color or national origin. Likewise, it is the policy of Heritage Square to adhere to the same standards in the recruitment and hiring of employees regardless of race, color, or national origin.

April 17, 2015 Bonnie O'Connell Administrator Resolution to #R2015-4-5 Close Fourth Street for Municipal Band Concerts, Resolution #R2015-4-6 to Close Fourth Street for Public Movies, and Resolution #R2015-4-7 to Close Fourth Street for Memorial Day were Services passed at the April 6, 2015 City Council meeting.

These documents are published in pamphlet form and available for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk, 212 Third Avenue, Sterling, IL 61081, Monday Friday, through 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.

Marie Rombouts City Clerk April 14, 2015 April 17, 2015

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THE CLASSIFIED Advertising Department of Sauk Valley Media does not have the opportunity to fully investigate the credibility of each advertiser appearing within these columns. If an offer sounds “too good to be true” it probably is.

Proceed with caution if you are asked to send money or to give a credit card number.

Proceed with caution in calling 900 phone numbers. All phone numbers prefixed by “900” are charged to the CALLER. Charges may be assessed on a “per minute” basis rather than a “per call” basis.

Sauk Valley Classified makes every effort to qualify these charges for the reader.

If you have a concern about an advertiser, please contact the Better Business Bureau 330 N. Wabash, Chicago, IL 60611.

312-832-0500

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES 501 NOTICEPURSUANT to the Business Opportunity Sales Law of 1995, every business opportunity must be registered with the Illinois Securities Department. Protect yourself and get the facts before you over your hand hard earned money by contacting the Illinois Secretary of State's Securities Department at 1800-628-7937. This notice provided as a public service by Sauk Valley Classifieds.

EMPLOYMENT

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All American Bar & Grill Now Hiring all Positions. Servers, cooks and dish washers. Come in and apply at: 2105 1st Ave. Rock Falls IL. 61071 Automotive Welder-Fabricator Wanted Applicants need experience with Mig Welding. Monday through Friday 8-5. Must be versatile and have Fabrication experience. Mill, lathe & machining experience a plus. bellini@grics.net 815-284-4175 Bi-County Special Education Coop. has an opening for a school secretary at the Thome School location in Rock Falls, IL, for 2015-2016 the school year. High School diploma required and previous office experipreferred. ence Must possess good skills in written and oral communication, organization, word processing, office proand cedures, equipment usage.

Must be proficient in typing. Must be able to handle job related matters in a proconfidential, fessional, and diplomatic manner. of Knowledge Google Docs a plus. 200 day position with benefits. hours Work 7:30a.m.- 3:00p.m.

Please send resume to Laurie Heston, Director, 506 W. 4th St., Sterling, IL, or to lheston @bi-county.org or apply within.

Cobblestone Food Prep, Apply 603 Freeport Rd., Sterling, minimum age 18 required.

DIRECTOR OF CRISIS SERVICES: Search Re-Opened Join us to lead our team working to transform the lives of people in crisis.

You'll supervise a staff of 19 in our domestic violence and sexual assault programs.

You'll also work with funders, do grant-writing, and develop policy.

Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in human service field and significant supervisory experience in a human setting. services Benefits include retireexcellent ment plan, paid leave, and insurance. Diverse applicants welcome.

Apply at YWCA of the Sauk Valley, 412 First Avenue, Sterling

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Director Qualified Toddler Teacher full time 35-40 hrs./ week. Competitive salary based on experience.

Rock Falls Day Care Center 729 W Rt. 30 Rock Falls IL. 815-625-0106 EVENT STAFF Meeting with customers with special assisting events, with details and Set/up planning. serving, clean up events.

Includes weekday, weekend & holidays. Days & evenings.

Detail oriented person with flexible schedule. $10/hr.

To start, plus gratuities and fringes.

30-35hrs per week.

Call 815-440-2392

NEW TODAY Experienced Chef/Cook wanted for Dixon area upscale restaurant including weddings and events. 35-40hrs per week, some nights and weekends.

Excellent working conditions.

Starting $10 per hour plus fringes. Raises based on performance.

Call 815-4402392.

Experienced Custom Applicators Full Time positions available. Paid Benefits. Apply: Crop Production Services 1793 Steward Rd. Steward, IL 60553 815-396-2248

NEW TODAY Holland & Sons Inc Dixon, IL is currently seeking for applications parts person. This position is a full time position offering a complete benefit package including clothing al401K lowance, Health Insurance and paid holidays.

Interested applicants should send a resume to: Holland & Sons, Inc, 908 Bloody Gulch Rd., Dixon, IL 61021 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.

Local Contractor is seeking semi truck Drivers and Equipment operators. Min 10 yrs. exp with good driving record.

Please send replies to Box #:1278 ,c/o Sauk Valley Classifieds, P.O.Box 498, Sterling, IL 61081

Male/ Female Help Wanted The Rock Falls Elementary School District is taking applications for the position of Secretary/ Sub Caller (full time).

This position is a 12-month position (working only 3 days per week during June and July), with a regionally competitive salary. Applicant must be proficient in typing, computer use and other secretarial skills.

Application is available online at: www.rfsd13.org under “News” and “Job Openings”

NOW HIRING Delivery Drivers Apply at 845 N. Galena in Dixon or 511 1st Ave. in Rock Falls.

EMPLOYMENT

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PART - TIME OFFICE JANITOR Hours are 3:30 - 10:00 pm Monday- Friday Office cleaning experience and knowledge of floor conditioning required.

High school diploma or GED equivalent required.

Apply at: ALLIED-LOCKE INDUSTRIES, INC. 1088 Corregidor Road Dixon, IL 61021 EOE (no phone calls will be accepted) Part Time position as Office Manager for Faith United Methodist Church in Polo. The person must have excellent people and communication skills, should be able to work with sensitive/ confidentiality issues, should be familiar with computers using: Microsoft Publisher, Microsoft Word, Power Point, and website updates.

If interested call John Deuth at 815-440-8291.

Prophetstown Farmers Mutual Property Claims Adjuster You will be responsible for evaluating, inspecting and investigating claims, negotiating settlements, and determining coverage for each claim. Bottom line: you will help the insured at their time of need, following the company guidelines and the policy provisions.

Inquire at www.pfmic.com

S & S Cartage located in Loves Park, IL, serving the industry since 1961, is recruiting new owner/operators with semi dumps to cover the truck shortage in the local construction industry. The 5 year market outlook is strong. If you already have a tractor or have $20K to invest in a truck tractor with or without a dump trailer, and don't know where to get started; Contact Gary at 815-2989411 for more information.

NEW TODAY SALES: Withers Broadcasting of Sterling/ Rock Falls is now accepting applications for a Sales position.

Looking for a career change? You owe it to yourself to pursue this opportunity. Full training provided. Visit our offices at 3101 Freeport Rd. in Sterling to find out more, or call 815625-3400 WITHERS BROADCASTING IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Seasonal Class A Driver Medical Card Required Apply in person at Blue Freedom 1829 Locust St. Sterling IL. 61081 9AM-5PM M-F Sedona Staffing Searching for Administrative assistant & Secretary FT & PT General labor, MIG Welders, Press Break, 1st & 2nd shift. 1515A W Rt. 30 Rock Falls, IL 61071 815-716-8901

NEW TODAY

OPEN INTERVIEWS Warehouse/Forklift Positions/2 nd Shift 10:00 am -1:00 pm Mon., April 20th Sterling Library 102 W. 3rd Street Receptionist/ Business Office Assistant Customer assistance, answering phones and other company duties.

Mon - Fri. 9-4. $10/hr. plus fringe benefits. Call 815440-2392.

Teller Part Time State Street, Rockford & Rock Falls Areas Operate Teller window, process customer accounts, provide excellent customer service, monitor accounts, provide backup for Personal Banker positions.

Requirements: HS Diploma, customer service experience.

EOE/AA Employer M/F/Disabled/Vet www.illinois bank.com/careers

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TO OUR

READERS:

Sauk Valley Media does not knowingly accept advertising which is in violation of the law. Likewise, we do not knowingly accept advertising which is fraudulent or has malicious intent.

While we attempt to screen advertising with potential fraud, it is impossible to screen all potential problems.

We strongly encourage our readers to exercise caution and common sense, when particularly dealing with companies with which you are not familiar.

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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 lispecifically censed 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)) Openings for summer daycare.

Please call to reserve you spot.

Refs. available.

Daily, weekly & monthly rates Lisa 815-973-6197

AREA GARAGE SALES 624 DIXON GARAGE SALES 624 Fri. & Sat. 7-2 322 W. 10th Street Name Brand Girls clothes sz. 4-8, girls shoes sz. 9-1, girls bike, ladies Petite clothes & misc.

Fri. & Sat. 8-6 947 N. Brinton Dressers, single & queen bed, office desks, tables & piano, chairs, tools, patio set, love seat & chair.

Many misc. items!

EVEN THE KITCHEN SINK!!

Fri. 5-8 pm, Sat. 8 am- 2 pm Multi-Family Camp Garage Sale, 621 Reynoldswood Road, Dixon Clothes, books, DVD's, freebies, art work, crafts, jewelry, and misc. items.

Fri. 9-5 Sat. 9-1 Loveland Community House 513 W. 2nd St. Huge Kid's Sale Event !

Happy Kid's Consignment Sale Over 40 moms selling their babyteens clothes, toys, furniture, electronics, maternity, & anything else that has to do with kids! **Most items half off Saturday! happykidsconsign ment@gmail.com Friday & Saturday 8-?

1629 Riverview Ln. Collectibles from grandma's house and a lot of misc.

Friday 8:30-5 722 S. College Huge 8 family sale!

Loads of brand new misc. household items. Scrub tops & pants XS3XL. Name brand jeans, clothes - all sizes NB-3XL mens & womens, baby items, QVC items, books, DVD's. Too much to list! Must come to see!!

DIXON GARAGE SALES 624

STERLING GARAGE SALES 624

Sat & Sun 10-3 607 E. 2nd Street Authentic Blackhawk jerseys, Bobble heads, New GE Profile Dishwasher, Budweiser Neon, Corona Sign, air conditioner, iron/metal garden, home & seasonal décor, new Warm Glow candles, clothes, shoes, jewelry, décor magazines, hammock, heater, much more.

Sat. 8-12 2616 Meadow Dr. Big Clothing Garage Sale!

Misses Med.-Lg. Tops and Spring sweaters. Juniors Sm. Med. & Lg. Tops, Mens Lg. T-Shirts, Misses. sz.

16 Capri's. Good to excellent cond.

Some never warn!

Cash Only No Large Bills

Saturday 7-1 744 Timber Creek Rd. (next to Prison) clothes, toys, antiques, household steins, items, Harley Davidson items, tools, Pampered Chef, baskets, party supplies, dorm refrig., over 100 movies Saturday 7-2 615 Palmyra Rd. Boys clothes 0-18 months, infant shoes, children's toys & numerous miscellaneous items!!!

ROCK FALLS GARAGE SALES 624 Fri. & Sat. 7-4 302 W 19th St. Everything must go!

No checks please!

Sat. 8-4 Rain or Shine 608 Grace Ave. Cheap Old/New comics, boy teen brand name clothes, Amana elect. Dryer, Magic chef elect. glass top stove, metal machine, sewing Wilton pans, Lg. Outdoor light. Q. sz.

Bed frame, toys, crafts, Air tools & hand tools, everything priced to sell!

Saturday 8-4 309 E. 3rd St. Moving Sale!

Decorator's Delight! lg. scale 6 pc. living room set, table & chairs, many primitives including step back cupboard, crocks, antiques, seasonal décor, area rugs, yard items, exersaucer, stroller w/ car seat, clothing nb-3T, washer & dryer. Too much to mention!!

Saturday 9-4 1105 Harbor Dr. Multi Family Sale Prom dresses, girls clothes, adult clothes, pack & plays & much much more!

Saturday Only 8-?

2311 11th Ave. Estate & Moving out of State Sale All must go, too much to list.

Cash only!

Reasonable offers accepted.

Spring Garage Sales May 15 - May 17 Rock Falls & Sterling $10 ($5 fee for late registration) Register by 5/1 Maps Available 5/14 @ Shell Stations & Schreiners RF Chamber 815-625-4500

STERLING GARAGE SALES 624 Fri. & Sat. 8-3 2107 E. 38 th St. New sofa bed, sports memorabilia, lawn equip., bikes, 72 place Brahms setting Oneida, household items, lots of misc.

Everything Must Go! Fri. & Sat., April 17th & 18th 8am to 3pm MULTI-FAMILY BAKE SALE & RUMMAGE SALE Woodlawn Arts Academy 3807 Woodlawn Rd., Sterling CASH ONLY! Women's, men's, girls, boys & baby clothes in most sizes, many new with tags; shoes; maternity wear; scrubs sizes large-XL; purses; jewelry; home & holiday décor; kitchen items; toys & puzzles; electric dryer; corner hutch; twin bedding; boys toddler bed & mattress; bassinet; DVDs; Ariat & Tony Lama cowboy boots, work boots, belts & clothing, all priced to sell at around 90% off retail.

All proceeds support the 2014-15 Woodlawn Dance Academy Competition Team for their trip to Nationals in July.

Sat. Only 9-2 1904 Avenue E Bistro table & 2 chairs, wood file cabinet, antiques, North Western Steel & Wire memorabilia, youth bed w/ mattress, glassware, old wicker and beer signs.

Saturday 8-3 1201 5th Avenue BIG SALE! LOTS of baby girl clothes, newborn to girl's size 5, women's & men's clothing, scrubs weight bench, 42” tv, curtains, jewelry, home décor, kitchen items, coffee table, & misc.

Saturday 8-?

409 W. 8th St. dining room table, coffee table, glass tv stand, dressers, chest freezer, leaf blower, lawn mower, saws, scrapbook supplies, toys & Care Bears, clothes & jeansladies size 12-18.

Saturday, April 18th 3901 15th Avenue Sterling (Off Science Ridge Road) 8:00 a.m.-2:00p.m.

Huge Multi-Family Sale Name brand women's, mens, and children clothing.

Girls- toddler sizes, boys sizes 7-10, 12-20 husky. Holiday & Primitive décor, knick-knacks, shoes, electronics, Bali wooden blinds, antique wooden furniture, boys bike. Too many items to list!

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES 705 I Buy: Antiques, collectibles, toys, post cards, etc.

815-445-6151.

LAWN MOWERS

779

NEW TODAY 13 HP 38” deck, wheel horse, runs great! $400 815994-3339.

John Deere riding mower, 41” deck. $700/obo.

Call 815-535-3397.

LAWN & GARDEN

781

WILL DO ROTO-TILLING Min. $30. Call 815-499-7060.

TICKETS / TRAVEL 787 & EVENTS 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.

WANT TO BUY 795 I Pay Cash 4 Gold, Silver, Coins & Antiques 24/7 815-564-9061 Want to Buy Skid Loader priced under $8,000. Also '66 or '67 Nova parts car. 563212-7699

MISCELLANEOUS 796 FOR SALE $3 potted plants: Pothos & Eng. Ivy, spider, impatients 815-284-9906 (2) New Pella win18”x38” dows $150 815-9463572 1:24 scale, Nascar Diecast: Action, Team Caliber, Motorsports Authentics, Lionel,RCCA Elite, Numerous Drivers. Info: 815994-2101

NEW TODAY 2, LED 32” $60 & 2, LED 62” $80 Obo. re-chargeable work lights w/ magnetic holder.

815-499-6090

710

4,000 oak kitchen cabinets in stock.

Builder Discount 815-626-4561

LEASE TO OWN

5,000 Bags of fertilizer, mulch, lawn care. Builder Discount 626-4561

APPLIANCES CLOVER HILLS

APPLIANCES TV’S MATTRESSES

815.625.8529 GE Elec. Coil Stove White/Dark glass front. Good cond. $75 815-288-5624

BICYCLES

715

Kabuki 26” 10 speed men's bike, needs new tires, fair cond., $75 815-625-7671

FURNITURE

755

All Mattress Sets New in plastic.

Twin $99, Full $129, qu. $159, King $259. W/ Warr. Can deliver.

815-703-3688 Marshfield love seat, beige, excl. cond. $100 obo 815-288-3956 Mattress sets: Twin $99, Full $129, Queen $159, King $199. Will deliver! Kern Mattress Outlet, call 309452-7477.

Sleep Number queen mattress & bed frame. $100.

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