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‘That’s not giving us a good clue’ Board wants more community input on high school, might put question on ballot

BY JERMAINE PIGEE jpigee@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5525 @JPigee84

DIXON – Members of the Dixon School Board each have the same question about the future of Dixon High School:

What will it take to get more of the community involved in the decision-making process?

“I’m trying to understand how we reach people in a thorough way, so we can really know what the community wants us to so,” said Jim Schielein, the board’s

vice president.

Staff and community members gathered last week for the latest of seven forums on the district’s long-range facility plan.

About 45 attended to discuss the two options being considered.

“That’s not giving us a good clue,” Schielein said. “If we don’t have a good solid basis of what the community wants us to do, we are doomed for failure.”

More information Visit plandixonschools.info for more information on the facilities plan.

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Ian Cole, 6, of Amboy rides the swings at the St. Andrew Catholic School spring carnival on Wednesday along the Rock Falls riverfront. The rides will resume from 5 to 9 p.m. today and Friday, then from noon to 11 p.m. Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. See more photos from the carnival at saukvalley.com.

DIXON – Since September, the Rev. Michael Cole has eulogized three people who overdosed on heroin – two in March alone.

But none of those was the first encounter Cole had with the drug.

His involvement with helping addicts goes back about 35 years, he said – much longer than the 23 years he’s been a pastor in the local community. “[A] hotline is a thing that we have been working on for a while as a church, as part of our ministry,” the pastor at The The Rev. Worship Center in Michael Cole Dixon said. “The recent deaths in the community have kind of given enough awareness to where the entire community wants to really be a part of it, and we’ve been right on the front lines of that involvement.”

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Judge rules against developers Walnut Ridge project must clear environmental hurdles

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

CHICAGO – A federal judge has ruled in favor of a group of landowners who had sued the developers of a proposed wind farm in Bureau County.

The 123-turbine Walnut Ridge Wind Farm had been planned in northern Bureau County as a joint venture between Minnesota-based Geronimo Wind Energy LLC and a California

Indian tribe.

The project, incorporated as MG2 Tribal Energy LLC, found a customer for most of its wind energy in October, when it was awarded a 10-year contract from the federal government.

The deal with the U.S. General Services Administration was the largest wind energy purchase from a single source in federal contracting history.

The project, however, has again changed hands since the filing of the lawsuit in January. In April, Geronimo sold it to Warren Buffett-owned Berkshire Hathaway Energy.

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Wilcox to be honored Retirement gala set for captain, ex-chief

Correction In March, $249,098 was gambled at video terminals in five Morrison businesses, not $1 million as was reported in Tuesday’s editions. Of that, all but $56,353 was returned to players. The total state and local government share of that income was about $16,900, and the rest went to five Morrison businesses, which then paid the supplier who provides and maintains their terminals.

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Dixon City Fire Chief Mike Wilcox plays the bagpipes as a runner blurs by during the Shamrock Shuffle on March 14 along the Dixon riverfront. The department will have a special reception to honor Wilcox, who is retiring after 30 years of service.

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Peoria man charged with 2 felonies

BY CHRISTI WARREN cwarren@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5521 @SeaWarren

OREGON – A Peoria man is charged with two felonies after involving police in a high-speed chase last week, Ogle County State’s Attorney Eric Morrow announced Wednesday.

Police say Daniel H. Swisher hit several Ogle County Sheriff’s cars May 6 and drove into oncoming traffic during the high-speed chase, which began after deputies approached Swisher

near Castle Rock State Park that afternoon to do a condition check.

Swisher is now charged with four counts of aggravated fleeing to allude, and two counts of felony resisting a peace officer – both Class 4 felonies.

Class 4 felonies carry a maximum sentence of 3 years in prison.

After deputies approached Swisher, he took off in his 2015 Porsche, driving toward Oregon at a high rate of speed, and swerving toward oncoming traf-

fic, Sheriff Brian VanVickle said.

Deputies pursued him as he traveled east on state Route 64 before finally running over road spikes near 64 and Daysville Road. But he continued driving, heading west on the highway before trying to turn around on the Rock River bridge in Oregon, which is where deputies surrounded him.

Swisher was arrested and taken to KSB Hospital in Dixon for evaluation.

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DIXON – The Dixon City Fire Department will hold a special reception Friday to celebrate the career of Capt. Mike Wilcox. He has served 30 years with the department, including a 4-year tenure as chief.

Wilcox started May 1, 1985. He was promoted to lieutenant in 1992, captain in 1994 and chief in 1998. In 2002, Wilcox stepped down to the title of captain, and was succeeded by Dean Rhodes.

Dixon Fire Chief Tim Shipman has worked with Wilcox the past 22 years. He said the department is losing invaluable experience with Wilcox’s retirement.

“Mike’s always been an asset to the department,” Shipman said. “It’s nice to know you have that experience. He is definitely dedicated to public service.”

Shipman said it helped to be able to lean on someone with chief experience.

The public is welcome to attend Wilcox’s reception, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Dixon Public Safety building. Wilcox will also be honored during Monday’s City Council meeting with a retirement presentation.

After the presentation, the city will promote Wilcox’s successor.

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POLICE Sterling Police Geronimo Rodriguez, 68, of Sterling; 7:40 a.m. Tuesday at Sixth Avenue and East LeFevre Road; improper lane usage; released with promise to comply.

Eva L. Link, 68, of Como; 2:12 p.m. Tuesday at Walmart, 4115 E. Lincolnway; retail theft; released with notice to appear in court.

Tracey L. Batten, 45, of Rock Falls; 3:30 p.m. Tuesday at Walmart, 4115 E. Lincolnway; retail theft; released with notice to appear in court.

Christopher D. Portner, 33, of Rock Falls; 4:41 p.m.

Tuesday at Walmart, 4115 E. Lincolnway; retail theft; released with notice to appear in court.

Justin L. Shaner, 24, of Morrison; 5:48 p.m. Tuesday at First Avenue and East 12th Street; operating uninsured vehicle; released with promise to comply, Brandy E. Underhile, 38, of Dixon; 9:03 p.m. Tuesday at East 11th Street and Second Avenue; Lee County warrant for failure to appear – contempt (non-payment); posted $300 cash bond.

Dylan S. Gaddis, 21, of Rock Falls; 4:02 p.m. Monday in the 2900 block of East Lincolnway; operating uninsured vehicle, disobeying traffic control device; released with promise to comply.

Desirae J. Criss, 17, of Sterling; 8 p.m. Tuesday at First Avenue and East Fourth Street in Rock Falls; disobeying stop sign; released with promise to comply.

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Oregon Police David A. Head, 25, of Chana; 9:20 p.m. May 4 in the 400 block of West Washington Street; operating a vehicle with expired registration; given citation.

Aurelio Gallardo-Lopez, 44, of Sterling; 10:45 a.m. May 5 in the 500 block of South Fourth Street; use of a cellphone while driving; given citation.

Michael L. Stenli, 45, of Lanark; 8:35 a.m. May 7; two warrants; taken to Ogle County Jail.

Randall P. Masterson, 66, of Rochelle; 8:30 a.m. Friday in the 600 block of East Washington Street; operating an uninsured motor vehicle; given citation.

Larry K. Wilson, 69, of Mount Morris; 9 a.m. Friday in the 600 block of South Fourth Street; use of a cellphone while driving; given citation.

Luis Romo-Alcarez, 29, of Sterling; 5 p.m. Saturday in the 600 block of North Fourth Street; operating an uninsured motor vehicle; given citation.

Girl, 13, from Oregon; 4:42 p.m. Sunday; runaway;

Bethany E. Dixon, 28, of Chicago; 2:28 p.m. Tuesday; warrant for residential burglary and possession of a controlled substance (drug court violation); held at Lee County Jail and given notice to appear in court.

Kayla M. Wilson, 39, of Dixon; 1:51 p.m. Tuesday; possession of drug paraphernalia; posted bond and given notice to appear in court.

Steven A. Johnson, 34, of Rockford; 10:46 a.m. Tuesday; warrant for contempt, warrant for failure to appear – contempt; posted bond and given notice to appear in court.

Ogle County Sheriff Luke Swan, 48, of Rochelle; Tuesday; warrant for failure to appear; given notice to appear in court.

Brian McCaslin, 51, of Davis; Tuesday; warrant for driving while license revoked; given notice to appear in court.

Kurtis D. Schultheis, 20, of Chana; Tuesday; warrant for failure to appear; posted bond and given notice to appear in court.

Karen Larsen, 43, of Stillman Valley; Tuesday; warrant for wasting or destroying usable meat; posted bond and given notice to appear in court.

Steven Larsen, 40, of Stillman Valley; Tuesday; warrant for failure to retrieve game; posted bond and given notice to appear in court.

Virginia Sensor, 34, of South Elgin; Tuesday; warrant for contempt of court; posted $1,059 cash bond and has no further court appearances.

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Daniel J. Crebo, 22, of Rock Falls; 2 a.m. Wednesday in the 500 block of U.S. Route 30; operation of uninsured motor vehicle, expired driver’s license; given notice to appear in court.

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Three schools get new principals Each has served that role in other schools

BY JERMAINE PIGEE jpigee@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5525 @JPigee84

ROCK FALLS – This fall, teachers and students at three Rock Falls schools will have new leaders.

Kyle Ackman, principal at Merrill Elementary School, will take over the same role at Rock Falls Middle School. He’ll replace Jeff Brown, who will retire from the middle school after 29 years of service.

Brody Rude, who has spent the past 5 years as principal at Dillon Elementary School, will succeed Ackman at Merrill. Rock Falls native Roy Calkins, principal at Prophetstown High School, will become the new principal at Dillon. “[Ackman] requested to move to the middle school, and that was granted,” said Dan Arickx, superintendent of the school district. “We also made an internal

Ackman, 38, said he made the request so he could continue his natural progresKyle sion through Ackman the district.

He spent 8 years as principal at Dillon and 5 in that role at Merrill.

His contract includes a salary of $96,520 in his first year at the sixththrough eighth-grade school.

“I felt like it was good

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decision to move [Rude] up to Merrill School.”

In addition to his time at Dillon, Rude also spent 4 years as assistant principal at Rock Falls High School.

In his first year, Rude, 39, will make $84,048 as the leader of Merrill, a thirdthrough fifth-grade school.

timing,” Ackman said.

“I’m still in the same school district, but I’m ready for a change. The middle school was the next step, and I’m ready for it.”

Calkins, 47, spent a year at Prophetstown High before returning home.

“The administrative team felt like he was the best fit coming in,” Arickx said. “We felt with the answers he gave during his interview, he was the best choice.”

He will make $72,000 in his first year at Dillon, a

kindergarten through second-grade school.

“The opportunity to go back to Rock Falls is something I could not pass up,” Calkins said. “I have family in Rock Falls, my wife has worked in Rock Falls for many years, and many of my friends live in Rock Falls.”

Calkins has put in more than 20 years as an educator, with most of his experience taking place at the elementary and middle school levels. He has been an administrator for more than 3 years.

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$50K state grant to help offset cost of elevator

BY VINDE WELLS Shaw Media vwells@shawmedia.com

OREGON – A $50,000 state grant will help with $400,000 in upgrades and renovations that will, among other things, make historic Oregon Public Library handicapped-accessible.

The library is one of 17 in the state to win grants totaling more than $700,000, Illinois Secretary of State and State Librarian Jesse White announced Monday.

The Oregon library’s director, Andrew Dettmer, said the Live and Learn Construction grant will go toward installing an elevator to bring the library into compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. “It will give us a stepfree entrance to the building. That’s been a big problem for us,” Dettmer said. “This grant money will help with the costs of installing a ground-level entrance into the building, an elevator that will allow patrons access to all three floors of the building, and create handicapped accessible restrooms.”

Plans call for building a small addition just for the elevator onto the northwest corner of the library at Third and Jefferson streets.

“It’s a matching grant, so we will put the same amount with it,” Dettmer said.

The elevator will cost about $100,000.

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Oregon Public Library, a Carnegie library built in 1908 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, will get an elevator, handicapped-accessible restrooms and other upgrades during renovations that will begin Aug. 1, finish around the end of December, and cost about $400,000. ing ADA standards will be lowering book stacks and increasing space between them, Dettmer said.

He wrote the grant application in November and presented it to the board from White’s office several weeks later.

“They liked the plan, and they know we need it,” he said. “We’ve been battling the ADA issue for a long time. Accessibility has been an issue for our library and patrons for decades, and these renovations will make it easier for everyone to take advantage of the services the library provides.”

The building is a Carnegie library, built in 1908 with money donated

by Pittsburgh businessman and philanthropist Andrew Carnegie. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The ADA projects are part of a bigger plan to make renovations to the library and address at least some of the space issues the library has dealt with over the years.

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Renovations will include completely remodeling the basement and moving the children’s room there.

Children’s activities are now held in the third floor art gallery.

The change will allow the gallery to be devoted entirely to artworks, as well as making more space for children’s books and programming, Dettmer said.

Work is expected to begin Aug. 1 and tentatively set to be completed by Christmas.

The Ogle County Genealogical Society office will move this summer from the library’s basement, along with the microfilm and reader, to

Ogle County’s Historical Society headquarters at the Ruby Nash Home at Sixth and Jefferson Streets.

Dettmer said architect Gary Anderson of Rockford is finalizing estimates, but the renovations are expected to cost $400,000.

The library board has saved about $350,000 – including interest – in its working cash fund over the past several years, Dettmer said, and that will be used to pay for the renovations.

He said the board has not yet determined whether to borrow the money, using the fund as collateral, or spend the money, emptying the fund.

The library board tried twice in the past 5 years to get voters in the district to approve a referendum to build a new library at Sixth and Washington streets, west of the Oregon Post Office.

Voters rejected the idea of a new building and higher taxes in November 2010, and again in April 2013 when the plan had been revised.

Dettmer said the board has not decided whether to sell the property where the new library would have been located.

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The board has narrowed the facility plan to two options, both of which include basic renovation and upgrades at Washington and Jefferson elementary schools.

But they differ when it comes to the high school.

Option A includes renovating DHS; option B includes building a new high school.

Scott Johnson, one of the newest members of the board, said getting public input will help give the board guidance.

“What if we renovate the school and people don’t like how it has been renovated?” he said. “I think everyone has a vision of how that building will look, and where new stuff will go.”

To help with the process, the school board on Wednesday discussed the possibility of creating an advisory question, which would appear on the election ballot on either March 15, 2016, or Nov. 8, 2016.

The board would ask the public once and for all

what they want to do with the high school. Nothing would be official, but it would give the board a definite idea as to what the public wants.

“If we go forward with the advisory questions, we need to understand as a school board what we want from this,” said Pam Tourtilott, board president.

“Let’s say 28 percent of the voters come out and they say to tear down the high school and build new. Do we take what they say and run?”

Tourtilott added the board has to be prepared for what is said. More importantly, the community has to answer the question.

“The question on the ballot is not the problem,” she said. “It’s getting the public to answer it.”

New board member Jill Stoker said an advisory question would be beneficial.

“As a board, I think we need that information,” Stoker said. “People who come up to me in the community are so belligerent about both sides of this.”

Breakout head The next board meeting will be at 6:30 p.m. June 17 at the district’s central office, 1335 Franklin Grove Road.

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OBITUARIES FUNERAL SERVICES FOR THE WEEK Today’s visitations: Danielle R. Garza of Princeton, 9-11 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church in Sterling.

Paul C. Hermeyer, formerly of Ohio, 4-7 p.m., with the rosary recited at 6:45 p.m., at Garland Funeral Home in Walnut.

Today’s funerals: Danielle R. Garza of Princeton, 11 a.m. Mass at St. Mary Catholic Church in Sterling.

Elaine F. Wolf of Prophetstown, 1 p.m. at McDonald Funeral Home in Prophetstown.

Friday visitations: Lily M. Lloyd of Rock Falls, 10-10:45 a.m. at McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls.

Rojeanne K. McCombs of Polo, 10-11 a.m. at Polo Family Funeral Home.

Margaret A. Arthurs of Sterling, 10 a.m.-noon at McDonald Funeral Home in Sterling.

Gary L. Hunt of Franklin Grove, 4-8 p.m. at Beverage-Lyons Family Funeral Home in Ashton.

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Paul C. Hermeyer LA SALLE – Paul C. Hermeyer, 91, formerly of Ohio, died Monday, May 11, 2015, at the Illinois Veterans Home in La Salle.

Paul was born Nov. 9, 1923, in East St. Louis, the son of Clarence and Beulah (Jamison) Hermeyer. He was united in marriage to Genevieve O’Brien on Oct. 9, 1948, in Huntington Park, California. They shared 66 years of marriage. Paul served as a gunner in the Army Air Forces during World War II. He was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross and other campaign medals. He worked as a supervisor for the General Service Administration.

He was a member of St. Anne Catholic Church in Dixon and the Ohio Knights of Columbus.

Paul was a life member of Veterans of Foreign Wars, and was on the Veterans Honor Flight.

He loved to golf, bowl, and spend time with his grandchildren and great- grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife,

Genevieve of Dixon; one daughter, Paula Reynolds of Dixon; four sons, Greg (Kathy) Hermeyer of Dixon, Kirby (Cindy Burgess) Hermeyer of Ohio, Tim (Kathy Jean) Hermeyer of Princeton, and Todd Hermeyer of Ohio; 13 grandchildren; and 24 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one granddaughter, Bridget Reynolds; and one sister, Gloria.

Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m., with the rosary recited at 6:45 p.m., today at Garland Funeral Home in Walnut. A prayer service will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday at the funeral home, followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Friday at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Ohio, with the Rev. Thomas Shaw, pastor, officiating. Burial will be at St. Patrick Cemetery in Maytown.

Memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Visit garlandfuneralhome.com to send condolences.

Ila Blevins MENDOTA – Ila Blevins, 98, of Mendota, died Wednesday, May 13, 2015.

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of Ohio, 9:30 a.m. prayer service at Garland Funeral Home in Walnut, followed by 10 a.m.

Mass at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Ohio.

Lily M. Lloyd of Rock Falls, 11 a.m. graveside service at Coloma Township Cemetery in Rock Falls.

Rojeanne K. McCombs of Polo, 11 a.m. graveside service at Fairmount Cemetery in Polo.

Saturday funerals: Richard L. Craft of Rock

Falls, 10 a.m. Mass at St. Mary Catholic Church in Sterling.

Margaret A. Arthurs of Sterling, 10:30 a.m. graveside service at Oak Knoll Memorial Park in Sterling.

Gary L. Hunt of Franklin Grove, 2 p.m. at BeverageLyons Family Funeral Home in Ashton.

Monday funeral: Joseph D. Keenan of Sterling, 11 a.m. graveside service at Oak Knoll Memorial Park in Sterling.

Lucien W. Fitzgerald STERLING – Lucien W. Fitzgerald, 94, of Sterling, died Tuesday, May 5, 2015, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.

He was born June 11, 1920, in Lakewood, Ohio. He was a graduate of the University of Chicago. During World War II, he served the Army for nearly 4 years in the South Pacific. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Sterling, and one of the four founders of The Knights of the Square Table started in 1982,

a coffee group still in existence.

Survivors include his wife, Dian; four children, Carol (Douglas) Becknell of Sterling, Daniel Fitzgerald of Guam, Douglas (Karen Clausius) Fitzgerald of Elmhurst, and Nancy (Daniel) McLaughlin of Greenwood, Indiana; 11 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.

His body was donated to science. Services will be private. Schilling Funeral Home in Sterling handled arrangements.

Gary L. Hunt FRANKLIN GROVE – Gary Lee Hunt, 71, of Franklin Grove, passed away Monday, May 11, 2015, at his home.

He was born May 23, 1943, in Dixon, to Joseph and Ruth (Delaughter) Hunt. He married Arla Beck on March 2, 1963, in Mount Morris, and spent the next 52 years happily married.

Gary worked at Del Monte and Swift factories, and drove a truck for the state of Illinois and Whatever Trucking Co. in Dixon. He pumped gas at the Shell station in Franklin Grove. He raced latemodel stock cars, No. 23, No. 98, and No. 5, on a dirt track in Freeport, LaSalle, and throughout the Midwest, and on a hard track in Rockford.

He is survived by his wife, Arla; his three children, Roxanne (Roger) Morris, Rosanne (Hank)

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Eisenberg, and Gary Hunt; and honorary son, Andy Atkinson; one brother, Jim (Vicki) Hunt; and one sister, Beverly Hunt, all of Franklin Grove.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a granddaughter, Felicia Morris.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at Beverage-Lyons Family Funeral Home in Ashton. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home, with the Rev. Jin-Ho Hong officiating. Interment will be at Franklin Grove Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Franklin Grove United Methodist Church, Franklin Grove Fire Department, and Serenity Hospice & Home in Oregon.

Visit beveragelyonsfamilyfh.com to send condolences.

Geronimo still owns Green River Rep confirms new timetable set for project

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

DIXON – While there is a new owner for the Walnut Ridge Wind Farm project, Geronimo Wind Energy still has control of the Green River project planned in Lee and Whiteside counties.

In late 2013, Geronimo bought the Green River project from Ireland-based Mainstream Renewable Power. At the time, Geronimo had cited its proximity to the Bureau County project as a big plus for the acquisition. Mainstream typically sells wind energy projects before the construction phase begins.

The recent ruling for the plaintiffs in the Walnut Ridge lawsuit creates even more uncertainly for that project with new owner Berkshire Hathaway Energy faced with additional environmental responsibilities.

A spokesman for Geronimo confirmed Wednesday that the company is moving ahead with plans for Green River.

“Geronimo is actively developing the Green River project, and we are working for construction to begin in spring 2016, and the project to be completed by the end of 2016,” said Tom Swierczewski, Green River project manager.

The scope of the project has changed, however, since Geronimo has assumed ownership. The project once included parts of Lee, Whiteside, and Bureau counties.

“With the acquisition by Geronimo, most of Green River will be located in Lee County, with some in Whiteside,” Swierczewski said. “The Bureau County part was absorbed into the Walnut Ridge project.”

Swierczewski said Green River doesn’t have a contract in place with a buyer of its power, but the company is actively marketing the project to several interested parties.

While the company said Green River is a go, economic development officials in both counties said they haven’t detected much action.

“There have been court challenges since July 2013, and activity has slowed down ever since,” Lee County Zoning Officer Chris Henkel said.

A lawsuit had been filed by 60 residents against Lee County and Mainstream. The suit cited incompatibility with surrounding land uses, decreased property values, and noise and shadow flicker among the concerns.

Henkel said he hasn’t heard from the company since it took over the project.

“Nothing has been issued, and they would have to go through the permitting process,” Henkel said. “They haven’t contacted our office yet about doing that.”

Economic development directors in Lee and Whiteside counties said they were unsure of what was happening with the project.

“I really haven’t heard anything about the Green River project in quite some time,” said John Thompson, president of the Lee County Industrial Development Association.

Resident: Environmental Speed estimated at 107 mph study could take years At least 7 killed AMTRAK CRASH

Tuesday when train left tracks WASHINGTON (AP) – An Amtrak train that derailed Tuesday evening in Philadelphia was travelling about 107 miles per hour as it approached a curve where the speed limit is less than half that, according to an analysis by The Associated Press.

The National Transportation Safety Board said Wednesday the train’s own

data showed it traveling almost exactly that speed – 106 miles per hour – before jumping the tracks in an old industrial neighborhood not far from the Delaware River shortly after 9 p.m. Investigators also said the train engineer applied emergency braking shortly before the crash.

Surveillance video viewed by the AP shows the passenger train, which was roughly 662 feet long, passed the camera in just over 5 seconds. But because the video inexplicably plays back slightly

slower than in real time, it took the train a little more than 4 seconds to move past a fixed point on the screen.

That means the train was travelling about 107 mph just before it derailed and tipped over, tearing the cars apart and killing at least seven people. The NTSB announced its findings less than an hour after the AP’s initial report.

More than 140 people went to hospitals to be evaluated or treated from the crash, and several were critically injured.

43 have signed up to volunteer HEROIN

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The Worship Center is in the process of setting up the 24-hour We Care Substance Abuse Hotline. The anonymous hotline will not only be for addicts, but also for those connected to addicts, and those who just need to talk.

The first training day for volunteers is tonight at The Worship Center. The second is Saturday.

So far, 43 people have signed up to volunteer.

“It’s for people to have someone to talk with,” Cole said. “If they have someone to process with, it’s going to help de-escalate any situation that they may be in.”

Callers will dial the

Hotline training Where: The Worship Center, 403 N. Ottawa Ave., Dixon When: 7 p.m. Thursday; 11 am. Saturday To register: Call 815677-9694, or email pastorcole@comcast.net 1-800 number, and then will be guided through a series of choices: Are you an addict wanting to talk to someone in recovery?

Are you currently in crisis? Are you a loved one of an addict, and you just need someone to talk to?

“The first question will ask whether you’re in a crisis situation,” Cole said. “If they are, we will refer them to call 911, and we will insist on explaining the 911 Good Samaritan Law, so

they will understand that they may be able to contact a care facility or a specialist without fear of arrest or any other reprisal.”

Cole said that the hotline system won’t be a traditional brick-and-mortar set-up, but rather, will be web-based, which means volunteers will be scheduled to be on call for a certain shift on a certain day, but they can go about their business. If a call comes in, their phone will be set up during their shift to ring, should a caller select that particular option – be it to talk to another parent, someone in recovery, or what have you.

The hotline’s tentative launch date is June 15. Cole plans on reaching out to clinicians who would also take shifts.

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Attorneys for the plaintiffs say the judge’s ruling applies to any company that owns the Walnut Ridge LLC. “MG2 still exists, and Walnut Ridge LLC is one of the defendants,” said Rick Porter of Hinshaw & Culbertson, a national law firm with headquarters in Chicago. “This is enforceable against all of the parties sued.”

Lee County landowner Larry Gerdes, who is a leader of the Informed Farmers Coalition, said lawsuits of this type must be drawn up to account for constant ownership changes within the wind power industry.

“The federal tax credits are so rich that the companies start projects, collect subsidies, and flip them to someone else,” Gerdes said. “Midwest Wind Energy flipped it, and now Geronimo sold it to BHE.” Geronimo actually retained the rights to Walnut Ridge as part of its spring 2013 acquisition of Midwest Wind Energy.

When the Walnut Ridge government contract was awarded, the agency said the MG2 deal kept the federal government on track to meet the Obama administration’s goal for federal agencies

to obtain 20 percent of their power from renewable sources by 2020.

The federal lawsuit was filed in January by more than 2 dozen property owners near the 14,000-acre site. The suit argued that the government’s role in the project requires the agency to conduct a review of its environmental impact on the surrounding farmland and ecosystems.

The plaintiffs cited several detrimental consequences they believed they would face from the wind farm. Included were the noise from the 500-foot-tall turbines, the destruction of scenic views, impact on deer and bird populations, and interference with area farming operations.

Geronimo and its partners countered in a motion to dismiss the suit that the government agency’s contract didn’t amount to a “major federal action” subject to environmental review, because the contract didn’t give the agency outright control over the project.

U.S. District Judge Michael Mihm of the Central District Court in Peoria ruled that the wind farm’s contract with the government agency wasn’t exempt from a federal review of environmental impacts.

Although the extent of

the developer’s obligations under the National Environmental Policy Act are not yet known, the project could be delayed for years.

“It could take a very long time to do environmental impact work, because they have to do it for the environment and the people involved,” Porter said. “We know the court will have them comply with an environmental assessment or an impact statement.”

Given the circumstances, Gerdes questions why the county would want to continue to pursue the project for which the permitting has already expired twice. It last expired in December 2014.

“This study could take 2 or 3 years; it’s already been 7 years, and no turbines have been built,” Gerdes said. “Why would Bureau County want to wait that long for a project that may never happen?”

The ruling didn’t go entirely in the landowners’ favor. The judge denied their bid for a temporary restraining order halting any work on the project, but only based on the defendant’s agreement to give 60 days’ notice before beginning construction.

The judge added that the plaintiffs could renew their bid for a restraining order at any time.

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DATELINE DIXON

Thoughts from a guy who knows nothing

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f you’re among the millions who saw “Avengers: Age of Ultron,” then you’re aware of The Vision.

He is an intriguing hero, and a convenient metaphor for introductory columns like this one.

He enters the story at the height of the conflict, a blank slate – naive, but not unwise.

Having spent just more than a week in the Sauk Valley, I can relate to being in a fresh and impressionable stage. I don’t bring a wealth of background knowledge to Dixon. I know that Ronald Reagan is a big deal, that you guys aren’t too fond of this Rita lady, and that there’s a lot of change coming from City Hall.

Another thing I liked about The Vision was the authentic, raw objectivity integral to the character’s nature. He isn’t motivated by self-desires. He acts on the purest form of the justice principle.

When I work, I, too, try to look at things in an objective way. I can rely only on what I sense, and every day involves discovery.

Yet already I’ve been handed something called “Dateline Dixon.” They told me it has the power to save the world, or at the very least, inform people about Dixon. I don’t really know what to do with it. So, for now, I’m tinkering to see whether this is a weapon that can aid mankind.

About me Volleyball player. Chicago sports fanatic.

Clinton LumberKings expert. Netflix enthusiast.

Aspiring screenwriter.

City government nerd.

Breaker of nice things.

I’m a 26-year-old with a young face. I still get carded for R-rated movies. Sources sometimes mistake me for the intern. Not too long ago, someone asked me what I’m going to do after I graduate high school.

I’m a journalist who takes pride in his work.

I even won a couple of news awards, which is pretty cool.

Until recently, I worked for newspapers in Iowa.

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brendenWEST Brenden West is a reporter for Sauk Valley Media. You can reach him at bwest@ saukvalley. com or 800798-4085, ext.

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There are some interesting differences between the way Dixon and cities in the Hawkeye state operate.

Observations 1) Dixon truly has a beautiful downtown. Cities everywhere strive to have what already exists here, complete with “found only here” local businesses and scenic paths to take. Impressive.

I also really enjoyed my first Touch of Thai dish.

2) The amount of change that took place, is taking place, and will take place is so enormous that charting it all seems daunting. It’s unheard of, maybe historic, to think that not one elected official retained office in last month’s city election.

Some can say change is good. Others can look at it and say such movements have scary potential. But I feel like I’m still being objective when I say there are many very interesting scenarios at play in Dixon.

3) I read books about presidents in my spare time. I’ve been obsessed with presidential history since I was in elementary school. So the fact that I’m in Ronald Reagan’s hometown has me really jazzed.

Visit me As part of Dateline Dixon, my editors thought it would be a good idea to bring back “Office Hours.” So, if you want to give a young, impressionable reporter your take on Dixon, chew me out for spilling the beans on The Avengers, or just want to get to know me, I’ll be at Books On First from 1 to 2 p.m. this coming Tuesday. See you then.

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History of service Church celebrates 150th with open house today, Friday

BY ASHLEY POSKIN For Sauk Valley Media

STERLING – It was November 1863, and the Civil War was raging.

Maj. Douglas Ritchie Bushnell, a Union soldier who in 1855 moved his family to Sterling from New Hampshire, was serving in Company B of the Dixon-based 13th Regiment Illinois Volunteer Infantry.

The 13th was fighting with the Army of the Tennessee, under the leadership of Maj. Gen. William Tecumseh Sherman, in Tennessee, Kentucky and Georgia.

Unbeknownst to him, not only would he serve his country, but in an indirect way, Bushnell also would serve his community, and his faith.

According to Internet records, many made from his letters home to his wife, Emily, the 39-year-old Bushnell, a civil engineer, fought at the Battle of Ringgold Gap, in Dalton, Georgia, on Nov. 27, 1863, “a battle that eliminated the last Confederate control of Tennessee and opened the door to an invasion of the deep South, leading to Sherman’s Atlanta campaign of 1864.”

It was a victory Maj. Bushnell would not see, however. He fell in battle that day, shot through the head.

His body came home to his Episcopalian family, his service held in the Presbyterian church, as there was no Episcopal church in town.

The service was administered, however, by the Rev. John Wilkerson, sent to Sterling by the Episcopal Diocese of Illinois.

It must have been stirring: The people were so enthused afterward that 38 of them got together and successfully petitioned the diocese to have a church established in

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The Rev. Peg Williams, pastor of Grace Episcopal Church in Sterling, explains the iconography in the church sanctuary. Williams invites the community to share the church’s history in a 2-day open house that begins today, and in a church service Saturday afternoon.

To learn more Go to gracechurchstg.org or find Grace Episcopal Church on Facebook to learn more about the church and its services.

Go to www.ozarkscivilwar.org/archives/1779 to learn more about Union Maj. Douglas R. Bushnell.

Sterling. The first church was built at First Avenue and Fourth Street.

The congregation of Grace Episcopal Church, which has grown to about 100, is celebrating its 150th anniversary with a 2-day open house, from 2 to 5 p.m. today and from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday at the current church at 707 First Ave. A Celebration Mass will begin at 3 p.m. Saturday.

The Right Rev. Jeffrey Lee, Bishop of Chicago will preside.

The Rev. Peg Williams, a longtime parishioner and leader of Grace Episcopal’s flock for the past 2 years, is inviting the community to join in the joy.

Historical documents from the past 150 years will be on display in the parish hall. Parishioners Sue Lee and Georgia Sanford have been organizing the collecting of the church history, and records of baptisms, weddings, funerals, and preparing for the celebration for close to a year.

One of the treasures unearthed the past year was a Bible from 1874 that the church had bought with Easter offerings. It was found in a drawer in the church that hadn’t been opened for quite some time, and now is in a display case handmade by a church member, Lee said.

It will be on display during the open house, along with other relics owned by the church and borrowed from the Sterling Rock Falls Historical Society.

A 40-minute video slide show presentation will document not only the church’s rich history, but also tidbits about the community and aspects of the Civil War. Refreshments will be served.

Saturday’s Mass will begin at 3 p.m. in the parking lot, where congregants will march together into the church, singing “We’re Marching in the Light of God” as they play tambourines and celebrate the significance of the day.

Williams encourages anyone who’s interested in history, or who simply has wanted to see the inside of the church, to stop by.

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THE CARTOONIST’S VOICE

Joe Heller, Heller Syndication

Leaders’ goal: Give the people what they want What we think From resurfacing bumpy River Street to reorganizing city government, Dixon’s new leadership team appears intent on giving voters the change they asked for.

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n April 7, Dixon voters signaled they were ready for change. They elected a new mayor, Li Arellano Jr., and a new city council, Mike Venier, Jesse Arjes, Mitch Tucker and Christopher Bishop.

Having taken office last week, the new mayor and city council appear intent on fulfilling voters’ expectations.

One thorn in the sides of Dixon motorists is the bumpy, deteriorated East River Street that many people take between the Galena Avenue bridge and state Route 2.

As the downtown streetscape project progressed last year, more than one resident asked that River Street be worked on, too.

Dixon’s new leaders voted last week to use Rita Crundwell recovery funds to pay for the entire estimated $3.4 million cost of the resurfacing project. The previous council had approved $2.4 million in local dollars, but the rest was to be funded by federal dollars that might not arrive for a year or two.

The project is now “priority one,” Mayor Arellano said.

Next, the new mayor and council met in spe-

cial session this week to talk about creating a public works department to streamline city services in the areas of water, sewer, and streets.

To facilitate greater efficiency, a top-notch public works director would be recruited and hired with the idea of consolidating resources and spending taxpayers’ money more wisely.

Other changes in the discussion stage: reapplication for a TIGER federal grant for road work; updates to the city’s 25-year-old comprehensive plan; and creation of an economic plan, a 20-year infrastructure plan, a new Safe Routes to School plan, and a plan to improve access for people with disabilities.

Those changes all sound good.

Somewhere in their discussions, we hope city leaders make plans for a new paint job for the rusty green railings on the Galena Avenue Bridge and repairs to the courthouse lawn retaining wall, at Second Street and Galena Avenue, before it collapses any further.

Yes, Dixon’s voters demanded change. It looks like they’re going to get it.

EDITORIALS ELSEWHERE

Don’t allow repeat of NIU hazing death Shaw Media

It was a senseless way for a young man to die.

David Bogenberger was a 19-year-old only a couple of months into his freshman year at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb.

On Nov. 1, 2012, he and 18 other Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity pledges were encouraged by fraternity members to drink fourounce glasses of vodka in rapid succession during a secret hazing ritual.

The pledges received decorated buckets in which to be sick. When they passed out, participants positioned their bodies so they wouldn’t choke while unconscious, police have said.

Only Bogenberger never woke up. His blood-alcohol content was 0.351 percent at the time of his death. He drank so much his heart stopped.

Shortly before the 22 former fraternity members who were at the party that night were convicted and sentenced in connection with their son’s death,

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

Bogenberger’s parents said the best they could hope for was that others would be spared their son’s fate.

Bogenberger’s story should be told every year to every new class at NIU. In fact, the story should be told to all high school seniors in the area every year. Students need to understand alcohol can be lethal. ...

The Bogenbergers’ attorney, Peter Coladarci, has called for eliminating the pledging system, where prospective members essentially audition to join the group. This system puts the younger students under the power of the established fraternity members – and it’s this setup that led to Bogenberger’s death.

What would the Greek system be without pledging? It would be free from the temptation for older members to humiliate and degrade younger ones. We suspect Greek life would not fall apart as a result.

GUEST COLUMN

End cronyism in state hiring Pass Senate Bill 981 to help achieve reform State Sen. KAREN McCONNAUGHAY St. Charles

As the spring legislative session continues, I hope that we will soon take action to prevent hiring scandals such as the decades-long scandal that saw politically connected individuals fasttracked into state government jobs under the Blagojevich and Quinn administrations.

Under Gov. Bruce Rauner, that scandal came to a swift end. However, to prevent this from happening in the future, we must update Illinois law. A special investigator, appointed by a federal court, told us this in no uncertain terms.

In partnership with Gov. Rauner, I have introduced legislation to prevent the Illinois Department of Transportation hiring scandal – uncovered by the Better Government Association, the Executive Inspector General and the federal

court-appointed special investigator – from happening again.

The proposal will specifically address conflicts in state law, but more important, help restore public trust in our governState Sen. Karen ment.

The Blago- McConnaughay jevich and Quinn administrations manipulated state employee hiring rules in order to slot politically connected people into jobs that are classified as outside of standard state hiring practices.

The special investigator gave us a blueprint for how to change the law and prevent this cronyism from happening again.

MOST POSITIONS IN state government are – and should be – nonpolitical public service jobs. It does stand to reason that the governor would need a limited number of professional employees solely dedicated to the governor and his agenda.

However, the Blagojevich and Quinn administrations circumvented the law and allowed the wholesale creation of thousands of positions that violated the state’s hiring procedures. The practice cost taxpayers and deprived qualified applicants of the opportunity to work.

To stop this type of scandal from happening again, I am proposing legislation to severely limit the number of employees who can be classified as exempt from stringent hiring laws.

I am offering a clarification of current laws to ensure that any political hires are prohibited from joining a collective bargaining unit.

Furthermore, my proposal ensures these personnel laws will be applied consistently throughout government. The federal courtappointed special investigator’s report made it clear this reform was needed.

Unfortunately, the majority party has stalled the proposal for now.

However, I remain hope-

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It’s time that we fix our flawed system, and give the people of Illinois the trustworthy state government they deserve.

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State Sen. Karen McConnaughay

ful that we can reach an agreement to address this troubling scandal, in a bipartisan way, to move Illinois in a better direction.

SOMETIMES, IT FEELS like it’s another day, another scandal in Illinois. I’m tired of watching our state be the punchline to a bad joke.

It’s time that we fix our flawed system, and give the people of Illinois the trustworthy state government they deserve.

Note to readers: State Sen. Karen McCon naughay, a Republican, represents the 33rd District in the Illinois State Senate.

THE READER’S VOICE

Block fraud by guarding your Medicare card JONATHAN LAVIN Skokie

Congress recently enacted a bipartisan solution that will end annual challenges to Medicare’s steep cuts in reimbursements to physicians and other health care professionals.

The “Doc fix” legislation ends an era of uncertainty for Medicare beneficiaries and their physicians by improving the way Medicare pays doctors. The legislation also includes a variety of efforts to fight Medicare fraud and abuse.

Provisions to help keep Medicare beneficia-

THE FIRST AMENDMENT

Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.

ries safe from fraud and identity theft, such as removing Social Security numbers from all Medicare cards, and the future development of improved incentives for Medicare beneficiaries to report Medicare fraud, mean an increased role for the Senior Medicare Patrol program under the law.

AgeOptions coordinates SMP in Illinois with funding from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Community Living.

AgeOptions, with other Illinois organizations and dedicated volunteers, teaches people to protect themselves from Medicare fraud through precautions such as not carrying Medicare cards

in their wallets. Since the new requirement to remove Social Security numbers will be phased in over 8 years, the SMP message continues: guard your Medicare card.

Medicare beneficiaries are the best frontline defense against fraud and abuse, and this bill highlights the role SMPs and volunteers play in empowering beneficiaries to fight fraud.

Medicare fraud and abuse not only steals taxpayer dollars, but it prevents people from accessing services when needed. SMP tips to fight health care fraud: Protect your Medicare number, and never give it to anyone calling you on the phone offering free services from Medicare.

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Visit the SMP website, www.illinoissmp.org, for more information about SMP or Medicare fraud.

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FARMER FAREWELL

Friends drive tractors in funeral procession Community remembers him for generosity, willingness to help MCHENRY (AP) – Friends and family of a northern Illinois farmer gave him a unique sendoff by driving more than 50 tractors during his funeral procession Tuesday.

Tom King, 66, died last

week when he was struck by a motorcycle outside of his McHenry home.

Farmers traveled from Wisconsin and other northern Illinois cities to pay their respects to King, The Northwest Herald reported.

His friend and neighbor for more than 45 years, Glen Stade, thought the convoy was a fitting way to say goodbye.

“We’ve been on so many rides with Tom around the country,” he said.

“This is the last one.”

As they drove from Colonial Funeral Home to St. Mary’s Church in McHenry, many of the tractors displayed signs

reading, “In tribute to a fallen farmer. Tom King.

Farmers Feed the world.”

A few of the signs also read, “Zowie, boys,” a phrase King often would exclaim, according to friends.

“You had English, Spanish and Tommy’s language,” Stade said.

Another friend and fellow farmer, Mike Justen, led the procession

of tractors behind the hearse and some cars. He drove King’s red tractor, decorated with cutouts of pigs and cows.

The pair grew up farming side-by-side, Justen said, and there were some years he couldn’t have farmed without King.

“I was farming years ago, and I got crushed by a bull,” he said. “Tom came and filled my silos

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ANIMAL RESCUE

Season of saving in Sycamore

House OKs bill to end bulk collection of phone records

Rehabilitation center has been helping injured wildlife for 31 years

BY ADAM POULISSE Shaw Media apoulisse@shawmedia.com

SYCAMORE – There’s an injured baby raptor on the rural outskirts of the city.

But fear not, these aren’t the clever girls from the 1993 movie “Jurassic Park.” These are the owls and other birds of prey at Oaken Acres Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, which has nursed injured wildlife back to health for 31 years.

Christy Gerbitz, director of operations, is in charge of caring for the animals in enclosures resembling their natural habitat outside, then taken inside the facility for proper medical treatment.

“These are outdoor enclosures where they’re conditioned back to life before release,” Gerbitz said.

“I tend to a lot of their health issues, get them healthy, then get them back outside as close to their native habitat so they can start to develop their wild assets.”

Oaken Acres has a baby owl, two baby raccoons, an adult northern flicker with a broken wing and several squirrels orphaned by last month’s tornado.

It’s just the beginning: May through July is the prime time for baby animals being born in the wild, and a busy time for Oaken Acres.

Mostly, Oaken Acres sees injured animals brought in by the public, Gerbitz said.

“We’ll do 500 animals this year,” she said.

“Half will be birds and will be in May. Some of those little ones need care every 15 minutes of the day. That’s why we need all hands on deck.”

One issue Gerbitz said she sees with injured baby animals handed over to Oaken Acres is that they’ve been imprinted on by the people who cared for them. Hence, why Gerbitz currently feeds the

Vote sets stage for Senate showdown WASHINGTON (AP) – The House voted by a wide margin Wednesday to end the National Security Agency’s bulk collection of Americans’ phone records and replace it with a system to search the data held by telephone companies on a case-by-case basis.

The 338-to-88 vote set the stage for a Senate showdown just weeks before the Patriot Act provisions authorizing the program are due to expire.

If the House bill becomes law, it will represent one of the most significant changes stemming from the unauthorized disclosures of former NSA contractor Edward Snowden. But many Senate Republicans don’t like the measure, and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has introduced a separate version that would keep the program as is. Yet, he also faces opposition from within his party and has said he is open to compromise.

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Christy Gebritz, director of operations at Oaken Acres Wildlife Center in Sycamore, feeds a 3-week-old raccoon special raccoon-specific formula with a syringe April 9 at the center. The center received the raccoon after it was abandoned by its mother in someone’s boat while it was stored for the winter.

Bat-killing fungus confirmed in 3 more Illinois counties SPRINGFIELD (AP) – Illinois wildlife officials say a fungal disease that’s killed millions of bats in the U.S. has turned up in Adams, Carroll and Pike counties.

That brings to 11 the number of counties where white-nose syndrome has been confirmed since it was first center’s owl with an owl hand puppet.

When coming across wild animals, Gerbitz said precautions should be taken – don’t engage the animal immediately, watch and listen, assess the surroundings, then protect yourself and the animal.

“The best way to capture it is to put a box over the animal and slide a lid underneath it,” Gerbitz said.

Amilee Maher of Cortland interned for a year at Oaken Acres before become a staff member. She said she hopes to one day finish her degree at Kishwaukee College and pursue a career in veterinary medicine.

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found in Illinois 2 years ago.

Named for the white fungus that appears on the animals’ noses, the disease was first detected in 2006 in New York.

It’s extremely lethal, killing 90 percent or more of hibernating bats in some caves.

White-nose syndrome when the Oaken Acres staff nurses a wounded animal back to health, she said. Most of the animal releases Maher has been part of have been raccoons taken to a nearby forest preserve.

“You just open the cages and see them cautiously peek their heads out,” Maher said.

“They’ll run and climb up trees. It’s really exciting to see they adapted so well from outdoor enclosures to climb trees.”

Founder Kathy Stelford said Oaken Acres has grown from receiving 20 animals and $80 in donations a year to taking in 500 animals a year and enough donations to support that, Stelford said.

with some of the other neighbors.”

Others who came to remember King also said his generosity is what stood out the most. King donated a pig to the Boy Scouts for a raffle each year, according to Arnie Diedrich.

“If you called him up he would drop everything,” he said. “He was a great guy. I’ll miss him just being himself.”

was discovered in 2013 in Hardin, LaSalle, Monroe and Pope counties.

It was found in Jackson, Johnson, Saline and Union counties earlier this year.

The DNR has closed all caves it owns or manages to prevent people from transferring the disease between caves.

President Barack Obama supports the House legislation, known as the USA Freedom Act, which is in line with a proposal he made last March. The House passed a similar bill last year, but it failed in the Senate.

Most House members would rather see the Patriot Act provisions expire altogether than reauthorize NSA bulk collection, said Rep. Adam Schiff, ranking Democrat on the intelligence committee.

“I think the Senate is ultimately going to pass something like the USA Freedom Act,” he said.

The issue, which exploded into public view 2 years ago, has implications for the 2016 presidential contest, with Republican candidates staking out different positions.

The revelation that the NSA had for years been secretly collecting all records of U.S. landline phone calls was among the most controversial disclosures by Snowden, a former NSA systems administrator who in 2013 leaked thousands of secret documents to journalists.

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Words can’t heal pain family endures after rape Dear Abby, What do you say when someone has been raped? I have a friend whose granddaughter was brutally raped and left for dead. I have asked a few questions about how she is doing and receive only cursory answers in response.

I know this incident has caused great sadness within this family.

What do I say? What do I do? I am at a loss for words, and don’t know how to help.

Any advice you can offer would be greatly appreciated.

– Stymied in Arizona Dear Stymied, You have shown your concern by asking. It

Dear Abby, This past week, I read to the students at a local grammar school. I read to kindergarteners, second- and fourth-graders. The children were great, quiet and attentive. They asked insightful questions about the stories.

The teachers, on the other hand, were a disappointment. They dressed the way I dress when I work in the yard – jeans and T-shirts. What an unprofessional image they presented to these youngsters. They missed a wonderful opportunity to be a positive example of women in the workforce by displaying a total disregard for their appearance or

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

should be clear to you that your friend is not comfortable discussing the family tragedy in detail. Now drop the subject, because sometimes being at a loss for words is a good thing.

When your friend is comfortable talking about it, he/she will do it without prompting.

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– Sad to See in Nevada Dear Sad, I, too, remember when teachers dressed more formally in the classroom. But that was then and this is now. On the bright side, one would hope that teachers gain the respect and affection of their students less on how they look and more on the love of learning they are able to instill.

Dear Abby, I recently took 2 days off from work to stay home with a cold. When I returned to work, a coworker started commenting on how I might be contagious. Then during

our lunch break, she commented that she didn’t want me to sit next to her “because she didn’t want to get sick.” I told her there were plenty of other seats if she preferred to sit elsewhere, and sarcastically thanked her for making me feel “welcomed.”

She continues to bring it up and is now pushing everyone to use hand sanitizer and sanitize their work areas. I’m offended.

I think it’s rude. A couple of co-workers are now sick with similar symptoms.

Is she being rude, or am I oversensitive? And how should I respond?

– Offended in the Midwest Dear Offended, Your co-worker isn’t

rude; she’s a germaphobe and with good reason. If everyone was careful to use hand sanitizer and sanitize their workstations and shared surfaces – door knobs, light switches, lunchroom equipment – there would be fewer individuals taking sick days. In a case like this, you should stop being defensive.

The best way to respond to the woman is not to respond at all.

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Cannes kicks off with French drama, Coen brothers, ballet CANNES, France (AP) – The Cannes Film Festival unrolled its red carpet with a socially minded French drama, as the usually glitzy festival began Wednesday on a more serious note after January’s terror attacks in Paris.

“Standing Tall,” a film about a juvenile delinquent co-starring Catherine Deneuve, premiered as the festival got underway beneath hazy French Riviera skies.

Joel and Ethan Coen, copresidents of the Cannes jury this year, also presented their fellow jury members – including Jake Gyllenhaal, Guillermo del Toro and Sienna Miller – who will decide who gets Cannes’ prestigious Palme d’Or top prize.

Julianne Moore, the best actress winner at last year’s festival for her performance in David Cronenberg’s “Maps

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Sienna Miller and Xavier Dolan arrive Wednesday for the opening ceremony and the screening of the film “Standing Tall” at The Cannes Film Festival in southern France. to the Stars,” declared the festival open. The ceremony featured a ballet performance choreographed by France’s Benjamin Millepied that was inspired by Alfred Hitchcock’s “Vertigo.”

Deneuve said the selection of “Standing Tall,” directed by French actress/filmmaker Emmanuelle Bercot, for the opening night at Cannes could be seen

as “a way for the festival to respond to a difficult year in Europe and particularly in France.”

France has been grappling with questions of security and identity since the deadly attacks on the satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo and a kosher supermarket by three young men who were born and raised in France but motivated by radical Islam.

Friday, May 15 Women, infants and children clinic; and family planning services, all by appointment only, Lee County Health Department, 309 S. Galena Ave., Suite 100, Dixon, 815-284-3371.

National Association of Health Underwriters Continued Education Class, 9 a.m., 6 E. 23rd, Sterling, 800-798-1771.

Mercy Nursing Services free blood pressure clinic, 9:3011:30 a.m., Oliver’s Corner Market, 748 N. Brinton Ave., Dixon.

Bible study, 10 a.m., Oregon Living & Rehab Center, 811 S. 10th St. Blood pressure check, 11 a.m., Robert Fulton Community Center, 912 Fourth St., Fulton, 815-589-3925.

Affliction of Addiction Narcotics Anonymous, noon-1 p.m. and 7:30-8:30 p.m., Abiding Word Church, 806 E. Lynn Blvd., Sterling, 779-245-3487.

Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, closed, St. Paul Lutheran Church, 114 S. Fifth St., Oregon.

Sauk Valley Alcoholics Anonymous Group, noon, closed, it’s your meeting; 8 p.m., open, Grapevine, back door, 1503 First Ave., Rock Falls.

Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, closed; 3:30 p.m., closed; 7 p.m., closed; 10 p.m., open, candlelight, Bazaar Americana, 609 W. Third St., Sterling.

Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, open; 6 p.m., open; 10:30 p.m., open, candlelight, 90-92 S. Hennepin Ave., Dixon.

Mercy Nursing free blood pressure clinic, noon-1:30 p.m., County Market, 1380 N. Galena Ave., Dixon.

American Red Cross blood

drive, 2-6 p.m., Ashton-Franklin Center High School, 611 Western Ave., Ashton. Appointments: 800-733-2767.

Christian ministry with informational DVDs, 5-7 p.m., Rock Falls Seventh-day Adventist Church, 501 W. Second St., 779-861-1086.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., closed, 808 Freeport Road, Sterling.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., open; Al-Anon-Alateen, 7 p.m., Immanuel Lutheran Church, state Route 52 N., Amboy.

Reformers Unanimous Addiction Abstinence Program, 7-9 p.m., First Baptist Church, 24 N. Mason Ave., Amboy, 815-857-2682.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., closed; Rochelle Hospital, 900 N. Second St. Alcoholics Anonymous, 7:30 p.m., closed, First Congregational Church, 218 E. Third St., Prophetstown.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., closed, Church of God, 816 S. Clay St., Mount Carroll.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., St. Mark Lutheran Church, 201 N. Division St., state Route 26, Polo.

Alcoholics Anonymous District 73 meeting, 8 p.m., St. Mark Lutheran Church, 201 N. Division Ave., Polo.

Saturday, May 16 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.

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.

Narcotics Anonymous, N.A. Road to Recover, 11 a.m., The Worshop Center, 403 N. Ottawa Ave., DIxon.

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

Sauk Valley Alcoholics Anonymous Group, noon, open, Old School; 7 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.

Bi-Ways Brain Injury Support Group, 2 p.m., Winning Wheels, 701 E. Third St., Prophetstown.

Register: 815-537-5168, ext. 29.

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

Affliction of Addiction Narcotics Anonymous, 7:30-8:30 p.m., Abiding Word Church, 806 E. Lynn Blvd., Sterling, 779-245-3487.

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

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Line dancing, 11 a.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-6229230.

Older American party, 11 a.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-622-9230.

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.

Card games, 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.

Mexican food, 5-8 p.m., Rock Falls Veterans of Foreign Wars, 217 First Ave. All-ages open mic night, 5-9 p.m., Triangle-Veterans Memorial Park, Fifth Street and Fifth Avenue, Rock Falls, 815-590-8881.

Barbecue chicken dinner, 5-7 p.m., American Legion Post 12, 1120 W. First St., Dixon, 815284-2003.

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

COMMUNITY EVENTS Thursday, May 14 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.

Bingo and popcorn, 9-10 a.m., Hub City Senior Center, 401 Cherry Ave., Rochelle, 815562-5050.

Line dancing, 9:30 a.m., Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon, 815-732-3252.

Community coffee, 10-11 a.m., The Meadows of Franklin Grove, 510 N. State St., Franklin Grove, 815-456-3000.

Zumba class, 10:30 a.m., Lee County Council on Aging, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, 815-2889236.

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.

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

Hand & Foot cards, 12:15 p.m., Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon, 815-732-3252.

Euchre, 12:15 p.m., Hub City Senior Center, 401 Cherry Ave., Rochelle, 815-562-5050.

“Hand and Foot” card game, 12:30 p.m., Whiteside County 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.

Crocheting, knitting and crafts, 1 p.m., Lee County Council on Aging, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, 815-288-9236.

Euchre/500 games, 1-2 p.m., Lee County Council on Aging, 100 W. Second St., Dixon.

Bingo, 1 p.m. Sterling Women of the Moose, 2601 E. Lincolnway, Sterling.

Euchre, 1 p.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-6228220.

Euchre, 1-3 p.m., Hub City Senior Center, 401 Cherry Ave., Rochelle, 815-562-5050.

Exercise group, 4 p.m., Robert Fulton Community Center and Transit Facility, 912 Fourth St., Fulton, 815-589-3925.

Mexican food, 5-8 p.m., Rock Falls Veterans of Foreign Wars, 217 First Ave. Mexican Train dominoes, 6 p.m., Tampico Area Community Building, 106 W. Market St., Tampico, 815-535-3665.

Bingo, 7 p.m., Latin American Social Club, 2708 W. Fourth St., Sterling, 815-625-8290.

Friday, May 15 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, 815288-9236.

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.

Intermediate line dancing, 10 a.m. sponsored by Whiteside County Senior Center. Call 815-622-9230 for location.

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

Storytime, 10:30-11 a.m., Sterling Public Library, 815-6251370.

Lunch and Learn Program, 10:30 a.m., Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon, 815-

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Garden tractors to gather Benefit set for Sixth annual event returns Saturday to Hinrichs farm

veterans retreat Event to feature live music; 50/50 raffle; live, silent auction

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OREGON – Preparations are underway for the sixth annual AJ’s Garden Tractor Jamboree from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at 1675 S. Columbian Road in rural Oregon.

The Hinrichses’ family property offers plenty of room for parking and garden tractors.

Last year, more than 300 garden tractors were on display, and more are expected this year.

Collectors from all over the Midwest bring their tractors out for a chance to share their enthusiasm for these pint-sized pieces of history.

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The world’s slowest tractor race is one of the events set for the sixth annual AJ’s Garden Tractor Jamboree from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at 1675 S. Columbian Road in rural Oregon.

Tractor Parade, various vendors, and garden tractor games.

Visitors have plenty of opportunities to talk to collectors about their collections.

This year, participants will also plant corn with the garden tractors and antique two-row planters.

The Blackhawk Crossing 4-H club will be on hand to help with the festivities and to offer entertainment for young and old, including free games for the kids.

The show even has some items that will be auctioned off, and all funds raised will be

donated to the 4-H club.

The food stand will be open again this year, featuring brats, and pork chop and steak sandwiches. Admission costs $5 per person for ages 5 and older.

For more information call Andy or Lisa Hinrichs at 815-298-8009.

MOUNT MORRIS – Mount Morris Moose, 101 Moose Drive, will host a benefit at 4 p.m.

Saturday for Darkhorse Lodge, a veterans retreat center to be built in Paris, Tennessee.

Each room of the lodge will be named after one of the 25 men killed in action from the Marine Corps 3/5 Darkhorse unit in 2010-2011, one of them being Lance Cpl. Alec Catherwood of Byron. A dining facility is to be named after another local veteran, Spc. Timothy Bowman of Polo, Illinois National Guard.

A monetary donation allows entry to the event.

The Moose will begin serving a rib dinner at 5 p.m. for $14.99. Hot dogs and bake sale items also will be available all night.

Live music will start at 5:30 p.m., featuring Andy Roadarmel of Tennessee, The Paul Avers Band from Naperville, and local favorites The Merkins. The benefit will include a live auction at 7 p.m., silent auction items, and a 50/50 raffle ending at 11 p.m.

Advance 50/50 raffle tickets can be purchased at This & That Accessories in Oregon, or by calling the Moose Lodge in Mount Morris at 815734-4161.

Go to darkhorselodge. org or find Darkhorse Lodge fundraiser 2015 on Facebook for more information.

WHAT’S GOING ON

ART EXHIBITS At The Next Picture Show DIXON – Pat Lathe will show her work on the front wall through May 30 at the gallery, 113 W. First St. Art at the Loveland DIXON – The art collection at Loveland Community House and Museum, 513 W. Second St., as well as the museum’s many other exhibits, are available for viewing from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Monday through Friday and by appointment. Guided group tours can be scheduled by contacting Steve Wilson at swilson@ lovelandcommunityhouse.org or 815-284-2741.

Visit lovelandcommunityhouse. org for a virtual tour of the museum, and for more information.

The event is free to the public.

BANDS AND BARS Get listed!

Are you in a band that would like to be listed in Plan!t Sauk Valley’s free entertainment calendar? Are you a bar that offers live entertainment? Send an email with the band’s name, booking number and website or Facebook page, and gig or event schedule, or the bar’s event schedule, to Lucas Pauley at lpauley@saukvalley.com.

At Books on First DIXON – Peter Lindsey will play from 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday at the store, 202 W. First St. At The Cooler ROCK FALLS – Smoke N’ Guns will play from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Friday, and Sunset Strip will play from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday at the bar, 311 W. Second St. At Froggy’s Bar and Grill ROCK FALLS – DJ Diggs will provide music from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Friday, and Reflex Blues will play from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday at the bar, 215 W. Second St. Upcoming: May 22, Down 24; May 29, Jay Harris (comedian); and May 30, House Arrest At Val’s Place DIXON – Acoustic open mic is open to the public at 8:30 p.m. every Monday at the bar, 316 W. First St. Musicians also are welcome to join the band Notorious Folk, featuring Steve Catron, at 8 p.m. every Tuesday.

At Whiskey Barrel Saloon ROCK FALLS – Super Red Hot DJ & Karaoke will get things started at 8:30 p.m. today, Second Wind will play from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Friday, and Decades Rock Band will play from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday at the bar, 305 W. Second St. Saturday Lyle Grobe and the Rhythm Ramblers STERLING – Country gentleman Lyle Grobe and the Rhythm Ramblers will play from 7 to 10 p.m. at Sterling Moose, 2601 E. Lincolnway.

Upcoming: 7 to 9 p.m. June 19 at the Mount Morris band shell

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Street Car Show will return from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in downtown Sterling. The event will be held rain or shine.

Registration will run from 8 to 11 a.m., with awards presented at 2 p.m. Spectator admission is free.

There will be a 50/50 raffle, awards, goodie bags, and music provided by 3D Sound.

Proceeds benefit Sterling Main Street’s programs and community events.

Go to sterlingmainstreet.org, email info@sterlingmainstreet.org or call 815-626-8610 for more information.

will be performed, beginning at 7 p.m. Admission is free, but donations are accepted to help with the upkeep of the historic building.

Go to franklingroveil.org for more information.

Saturday Gospel group to perform MORRISON – The Perrys, a southern gospel group, will perform at 7 p.m. in the sanctuary of Emmanuel Reformed Church, 202 E. Morris St.

Doors will open at 6 for the free show, but donations will be accepted. The public is welcome.

Go to emmanuelreformedchurch.org for more information.

See The King in Iowa DAVENPORT, Iowa – Presley Productions will present “The King in Concert” at 7:30 p.m. at the Adler Theatre, 136 E. Third St. Tickets are $62, $47 and $32, and are available at the box office, by calling 800-745-3000, and through ticketmaster.com and Tickemaster outlets.

Go to adlertheatre.com for more information.

May 30 Mellencamp to play Rockford ROCKFORD – John Mellencamp will bring his “Plain Spoken” tour, supporting his new album of the same name, at the Coronado Performing Arts Center, 314 N. Main St. Ticket prices range from $42 to $119.50. They can be purchased at ticketmaster.com, by calling 800-745-3000, or through the box office at 815-968-5222.

COMEDY Friday Seinfeld coming to Rockford ROCKFORD – Comedian Jerry Seinfeld will perform at 7 p.m. at the Coronado Performing Arts Center, 314 N. Main St. There are four ticket price levels: $51, $69.50, $84.50 and $127. They are available at coronadopac.org, at the box office, or by calling 815-968-5222.

Aug. 4 Comedian in Rockford ROCKFORD – Grammy-nominated comedian and New York Times best-selling author Jim Gaffigan will perform at the BMO Harris Bank Center, 300 Elm St. Tickets are $58.75 and $47.75, and are available at ticketmaster. com or by calling 815-968-5222.

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April in music: Grades and a playlist

BY JEFF ROGERS jrogers@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5591 @EditorJeffSir

Like the weather in April, it was a weird month for music.

It began ominously, with a very subpar release from Matt and Kim. It was full of average records from bands that had done better in previous efforts (The Wombats, Passion Pit, and Mew come to mind).

Some of the best records came from unexpected places (Nai Harvest, Everclear, Joywave). And the last week of the month had some of the best loud rock records of the year so far (Nai Harvest, Everclear, and Local H).

The Airborne Toxic Event released a record of extras that was better than its anticipated studio release just a couple of months ago.

And Blur somehow managed to put together a record, “The Magic Whip,” its first in 12 years, that sounds as fresh as the band did in the late ’90s and early 2000s.

Finally, the Australian band Gang of Youths put out a record that confounds me – more than any I can recall. I’m still trying to figure out what I think of the band’s debut record, “The Positions,” thus I haven’t given it a grade yet.

There’s a heavy, heavy backstory to the record that I’m still trying to sort through. Stay tuned.

It wasn’t the best month of

Nai Harvest’s “Hairball” and Joywave’s “How Do You Feel Now?” were two of the best albums released in April, according to SVM Managing Editor Jeff Rogers. the year so far in music. But, like the weather, by the end of the months things were looking a bit more bright, sunny and warm. It’s almost summer!

Here, then, are grades for each of the 49 records I listened to in the past month.

When I come to grips with Gang of Youth’s “The Positions,” it’ll make a nifty 50.

I’ve also included a list of some of the best songs from April below.

GRADE: A • Nai Harvest: Hairball

GRADE: A-MINUS • Everclear: Black Is The New Black • Local H: Hey, Killer • Joywave: How Do You Feel Now? • Toro Y Moi: What For? • Waters: What’s Real

With ‘Painted Shut,’ Hop Along jumps to top of list

GRADE: B-PLUS • Blur: The Magic Whip • Built To Spill: Untethered Moon • Sam Roberts Band: Counting The Days (EP) • San Fermin: Jackrabbit

GRADE: B • The Airborne Toxic Event: Songs of God and Whiskey • Alabama Shakes: Sound & Color • The Charlatans: Modern Nature • The Damnwells: The Damnwells • Drenge: Undertow • Mew: + • The Mountain Goats: Beat The Champ • The Mowgli’s: Kids In Love • The Muscadettes: Side A (EP) • Only Real: One For The Road (EP)

• Bop English: Constant Bop • Braids: Deep In The Iris • Kodaline: Coming Up For Air • Lord Huron: Strange Trails • Moon King: Secret Life • Priory: Need to Know • Rocky Votolato: Hospital Handshakes • Shana Falana: Set Your Lightning Fire Free • Wire: Wire • The Wombats: Glitterbug

GRADE: C-PLUS • Great Lake Swimmers: A Forest of Arms • Northern Faces: Northern Faces • A Silent Film: New Year (EP) • Turbo Fruits: No Control • Waxahatchee: Ivy Tripp

GRADE: C • Avid Dancer: 1st Bath • Kathryn Calder: Kathryn Calder • Kuroma: Kuromarma • Matt and Kim: New Glow • Mother Mother: Very Good Bad Thing

GRADE: C-MINUS • American Wrestlers: American Wrestlers • Calexico: Edge of the Sun • Citizens!: European Soul • Low Low Low La La La

Hop Along’s lead vocalist, Frances Quinlan, has the same ragged, abrasive, slightly off-kilter qualities as Barnett, Green, Carrie Brownstein (SleaterKinney), Sadie Dupuis (Speedy Ortiz), and Marissa Paternoster (Screaming Females). On “Painted Shut,” Quinlan

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“Twin” has all of what makes “Painted Shut” so strong – occasionally loud guitars, a pretty chorus, and intelligent, snarky lyrics – packed into 3 minutes, 23 seconds.

The work of producer John Agnello (Dinosaur Jr., The Hold Steady, Sonic Youth) manages to put polish on some of the band’s ragged edges, but not so much to disrupt the controlled chaos. “Painted Shut” is a triumph, one of the year’s best records.

at 10 songs and about 33 minutes, “Here It Comes” doesn’t overstay its welcome, and leaves the listener wanting more.

Life in Film is a guitar-

driven quartet that plays jangly indie rock. Lead singer Samuel Fry sounds a lot like Kings of Leon’s Caleb Followill, so the band sounds somewhat like early-ish and better KOL. But Fry’s voice also has a bit of Ray Davies (The Kinks) and Kele Okereke (Bloc Party) in it.

The record was produced by Stephen Street, known best for his studio work with alt rock icons The Smiths and Blur.

The uptempo “Get Closer,” “This War” and

“Alleyway” are the record’s strongest tracks. “Get Closer,” in fact, is among the most catchy songs of the year so far. But two ballads, “Anna, Please Don’t Go” and the beautiful closer, “Forest Fire,” also are highlights.

“Here It Comes” is worth a listen for fans of alternative and rock music, and Life In Film will be a band to watch.

APRIL PLAYLIST 1. “Hey Now,” Matt and Kim 2. “Now,” Joywave 3. “All The Time,” Nai Harvest 4. “Mom & Dads,” Waters 5. “Bad Dream,” The Mowgli’s 6. “Jackrabbit,” San Fermin 7. “Complacent,” Everclear 8. “Gimme All Your Love,” Alabama Shakes 9. “Honest,” Kodaline 10. “Until We Can’t (Let’s Go),” Passion Pit 11. “Raising the Skate,” Speedy Ortiz 12. “Empty Nesters,” Toro Y Moi 13. “Tear In My Heart,” Twenty One Pilots 14. “Cops Come,” Northern Faces 15. “Somebody New,” Joywave 16. “Strangers,” The Airborne Toxic Event 17. “Ong Ong,” Blur 18. “Hairball,” Nai Harvest 19. “Leon and the Game of Skin,” Local H 20. “The Woods,” San Fermin

Jennifer Lopez heading to Vegas NEW YORK (AP) – Jenny from the Block is heading to Sin City.

The pop star announced Tuesday night on “American Idol” that she is heading to Las Vegas next year for a residency at the Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

Jennifer Lopez’s stint at the AXIS Theater will begin Jan. 20, 2016. The first 20 performances go on sale Saturday. She has

live shows set for January, February, May and June.

Tickets prices range from $59 to $219.

Lopez, 45, follows in the footsteps of stars like Mariah Carey, 45, and Britney Spears, 33, who also launched Vegas residencies.

Lopez once dominated the pop and R&B charts with back-to-back singles, but has struggled musically in the last decade. Her star power, though, has gotten a boost thanks to “Idol.”

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deftly bounces between primal and soft – often in a matter of seconds.

The guitar interplay between Quinlan and Joe Reinhart similarly bounces back and forth, but when they shred (“Waitress” and “Texas Funeral”), man, do they shred. The record’s bookends, the ominous opener “The Knock” – “The witness just wants to talk to you,” Quinlan sings – and the power pop closer “Sister Cities” also are highlights.

But a record full of strong numbers reaches its peak on “I Saw My Twin,” about running into an ex’s girlfriend who is a waitress at a Waffle

Life in Film comes on strong in debut, ‘Here It Comes’ (Grade: A-minus) For a first record, the British band Life In Film does an awful lot of things right on “Here It Comes.”

The record is full of bouncy, fun singles that are summer, and club, ready.

But it also has a few slower, pretty moments that show a diversity and confidence not often heard in new bands. And

GRADE: D-PLUS

GRADE: B-MINUS

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(Grade: A-minus) Among the top storylines of 2015 in rock music is the number of fantastic records released by bands with female lead singers.

Put Hop Along at the top of the lineup.

Sleater-Kinney, Courtney Barnett, Screaming Females, Colleen Green, and Speedy Ortiz have all put out standout albums this year. But as strong as those records are, the sophomore effort from Philadelphia band Hop Along, “Painted Shut,” is better.

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WHAT’S GOING ON Gaelic Fury (Celtic); July 17, Ernie Hendrickson (Americana, folk, blues and country); July 24, Archtop Brownie (jazz and blues); July 31, Illinois Rail (bluegrass); and Aug. 7, Jeff Elbel + Ping (rock)

CONCERTS

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First Fridays in Oregon OREGON – The First Fridays Open Stage music show will return at 7 p.m. to the Oregon VFW Post 8739, 1310 W. Washington St. Each musician or band performs for 15 minutes. Instruments are acoustic, and a professional sound system is provided. The music will include country, bluegrass, blues, gospel, folk, soft rock, and eclectic mixes of the different styles.

Admission is by donation. All musicians and spectators are welcome. Call 815-973-0942 for more information.

Upcoming: July 3

Free concerts at band shell MOUNT MORRIS – The Mount Morris Jamboree Committee has announced this summer’s schedule of performers for free concerts on Friday nights from 7 to 9 p.m. at the band shell downtown.

The schedule includes a blend of American musical styles from 10 local bands playing 11 different dates.

Five of them are new to the stage, and five are favorites from years past.

This year, the season opens with a special celebration of life concert in memory of Paul Mastny – featuring Archtop Brownie, which played last year as Lance Brown and Friends – from 2 to 4 p.m. May 31.

Participants can bring a chair or blanket, and bench seating is available. A meal is served by a different local charitable organization at 6 p.m. before every performance.

In the event of inclement weather, the show, with concessions, will be presented at the same time at the Mount Morris Moose Family Center, 101 Moose Drive.

Upcoming: June 5, Crazy For Patsy (a Patsy Cline Tribute Band, country); June 12, Lizzi Neal Band (blues rock); June 19, Lyle Grobe and the Rhythm Ramblers (county); June 26, The Harman’s Family Bluegrass Band (bluegrass); July 3, The Jimmys (blues); July 10,

July 18 10 Years to headline pig roast NELSON – Who Else Entertainment will again bring its brand of summer entertainment to the area with its 44th annual hog roast along the railroad tracks in Nelson at 126 Anderson Lane.

The Knoxville, Tennessee, band 10 Years will headline this year’s concert. 10 Years will be joined by local bands Trippin Molly, E11eventh Hour, and Killbourn. Gates will open at 2 p.m.

There also will be a ride-in bike show, a burnout contest, and beer and food vendors at the event.

Free camping will be offered for the night. All campers are permitted to bring their own beer, pop and food for only their camp sites. No fires will be allowed.

It is a 21-and-older event.

Organizers ask that all participants not bring any glass. Pets also are not allowed.

Tickets are $22 and are available at at www.etickets.to/ buy/?e=12147. If available, tickets will be $25 at the gate.

Find the event on Facebook for more information.

Aug. 7 Shinedown coming to area DAVENPORT, Iowa – Shinedown, an American hard rock band, will perform at 8 p.m. at the Adler Theater, 136 E. Third St. Tickets are $40.50 and $30.50.

They are available at the box office, ticketmaster.com or by calling 800-745-3000.

Go to shinedown.com or find the band on Facebook for more information.

Aug. 11 Stars to dance in Rockford ROCKFORD – “Dancing with the Stars: Live!” will hit the stage at Coronado Performing Arts Center, 314 N. Main St. The 90-minute show will be hosted by “Dancing with the Stars All Stars” champion Melissa Rycroft, and will feature professional dancers from the show.

Tickets are available through ticketmaster.com, the box office, or by calling 815-968-5222.

There are three price levels: $45.50, $55.50 and $79.50.

Go to dwtstour.com for more information. VIP packages will be available through vipnation.com.

CRAFT SHOWS, FLEA MARKETS, VENDOR SHOWS Through Sunday Expo opening in Freeport FREEPORT – The Spring Arts

& Crafts/Farmers Market Expo is open at The Freeport/Stephenson County Visitors Center, 4596 U.S. Route 20.

The expo features more than 20 vendors offering unique spring and Mother’s Day gifts from Stephenson County. Items include bird houses, wooden benches, jams and jellies, soaps, jewelry, home décor, garden art, doll clothes, homemade breads and more.

The center is open daily from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Call 815-233-1357 for more information.

May 30 Love comic books?

BETTENDORF, Iowa – The Quad Cities Comic Book Convention will be open to the public from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Ramada Inn, 3020 Utica Road.

Admission is free, and dealers will be selling comic books, toys and more. For those who have items sitting around, dealers also will be looking to buy.

Go to epguides.com/comics or call Alan at 309-657-1599 for more information.

In Sterling Donations sought for mural STERLING – Sterling Mural Society members are seeking donations for the 20th mural, to mark the group’s 20th anniversary.

Plans are for a “Lincoln in Sterling” theme for the mural, to be installed on the south wall of a building at the corner of East Third Street and Seventh Avenue. Members are working with local artist John Gragert and his sons to develop a design concept for the mural, which the Gragerts will paint this summer.

Donations of $20 are being

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June 13 Second Saturdays returns DIXON – Second Saturdays Art Happenings, featuring art, music and other cultural events, will return to various venues, most of them running from 6 to 8 p.m. downtown, between First and Second streets and Peoria and Galena avenues.

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FAIRS AND FESTIVALS June 20 Calling all green thumbs DIXON – Rock River Garden Club’s Bloomin’ on the Rock will return the third weekend in June.

The Garden Faire is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Old Settler’s Log Cabin on Lincoln Statue Drive. The fair will include talks on garden-related topics, musical entertainment, cabin tours, and home and garden vendors. A picnic lunch and treats will be available for purchase.

Supper-Club-themed fine dining

will follow at 6 p.m. on the Dixon Riverfront on River Street. A multicourse steak dinner, catered by Life’s a Fest; big band music by Ain’t Misbehavin’; dancing; and a live auction of floral containers and wreaths created by club members will be part of the evening.

Tickets are $70 for the dinner and can be purchased at Dixon Tourism, 83 S. Peoria Ave., or Dezine 99, 711 N. Brinton Ave. Visit bloominontherock.com or facebook.com/Bloomintherock or call Dixon Tourism at 815-2843496.

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Summer Splash returns in Rock Falls ROCK FALLS – Summer Splash, presented by the Rock Falls Chamber of Commerce, will take over the riverfront on West First Street.

There will be activities and entertainment for all ages.

More than 5,000 people have attended the festival in the past, and around 50 crafters, businesses and nonprofits have booths each year at the event.

Alligator, buffalo, and elk will be on the menu at the Wild Game Cookout from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days.

Vendors and crafters will be on hand at many booths from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days.

Spaces can be rented for $25, or $15 for chamber members.

Kids activities are planned from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days, with a petting zoo, face painting, treats and games set for Saturday.

A cruise-in for cars, trucks, and motorcycles is set for 5 to 8 p.m.

Friday. Also Friday, a pub crawl will run from 8 p.m. to midnight in the uptown bars.

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WHAT’S GOING ON FAIRS AND FESTIVALS July 1-5 Folk legends to headline festival DIXON – The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band will certainly be close enough to the Rock River this summer if they feel like “Fishin’ in The Dark.”

The American country/folk band will play at 8:30 p.m. Friday, July 3, on the Bud Light Main Stage at the 51st annual Petunia Festival. Brushville, a country band from Normal, will return to play Thursday, July 2, for the festival’s opening night.

They will be joined by Nashville, Tennessee, recording artist Logan Mize. Singer-songwriter Gina Venier, a Dixon native, will play at 6 p.m. Saturday, July 4.

She will be joined that night by the local group The Catfish Dogs.

According to a news release, other acts are being finalized.

There also will be a limited number of backstage passes made available to the public. Go to petuniafest.com/event/entertainment/music or find the Petunia Festival on Facebook and Twitter for more updates.

This year’s festival marks the third year that the festival will be in downtown Dixon on River Road, between Peoria and Galena avenues, and on Hennepin Avenue, from First Street to River Road.

Admission to the festival will be $5 per day, or $12 for 3 days in which admission is charged.

There will be food vendors throughout the festival grounds.

The carnival will remain across the river, in front of Dixon High School, 300 Lincoln Statue Drive. There will be no charge for admission to those grounds.

“Back to the Future,” will be shown at 9 p.m. Wednesday, July 1, along the riverfront. Participants are encourage to bring a blanket, cushion or seat to enjoy the show. Snacks and drinks will be provided by Liberty Court.

The annual craft show will be held under a new name this year: “Pinky’s Not-so-Forgotten Treasures ‘n’ More.” The event is set for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 4 in the auditorium of Loveland Community House, 513 W. Second St. The cost is $30 per table, and set-up will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 3. Vendor applications will be accepted until June 19.

Any crafters and vendors who would like to secure a space can contact Steve Wilson at swilson@ lovelandcommunityhouse.org or 815-284-2741 for more information.

There will be a Petunia Festival 50/50 drawing this year. Tickets will be $1, or 6 for $5. The drawing will be Sunday night at the main stage, prior to the annual fireworks display. Tickets will be on sale at events throughout the festival. Proceeds benefit the organization. The winner will be responsible for all applicable taxes and fees.

Go to petuniafestival.org for more information and a complete schedule of events.

Aug. 18-22 Home Free returning to fair MORRISON – Columbia Records recording artists Home Free, an a cappella country group, will return this year to the 145th annual Whiteside County Fair.

Home Free, winner of NBC’s “The Sing-Off,” will play the grandstand Wednesday night during the fair, which will will run from Aug. 18 to 22 at the fairgrounds, 201 W. Winfield St. Grandstand entertainment will begin at 7 p.m. daily, unless otherwise noted in the schedule of highlights below: • Tuesday: Pro-Bull Riding returns to the grandstand.

Other events that day: Western horse show, 8 a.m.; open and junior swine judging, noon and 4:30 p.m.; kids pedal pull, 2 p.m.; rabbit judging, 6 p.m.

• Wednesday: Home Free (homefreevocalband.com) at the grandstand.

Also that day: Western horse speed events, 8 a.m.; dairy judging, 9 a.m.

• Thursday: Monster Truck Madness by Solution Action Sports will perform in front of the grandstand.

Also: Heavy horse hitches judging, 9 a.m. in front of the grandstand; beef cattle, junior heifer and junior steer judging, 9 a.m. in the Beef Show Arena; and at 1 p.m. the heavy horses will return to provide entertainment in front of the grandstand.

• Friday: Antique tractor parade, 5:45 p.m.; truck and tractor pull, 6:30 p.m.

Also: Heavy horse halter classes, 9 a.m. at the grandstand; open beef show judging, 9 a.m. in the Beef Show Arena; harness racing, 1:30 p.m. at the grandstand.

• Saturday: Demolition derby, 6:30 p.m.

Also: Horseshoe tournament, 10 a.m.; kids pedal pull, 11 a.m.; harness racing, 1 p.m.

• All 5 days: In addition to the usual exhibits, vendors and concession stands, Wilson Family Rides will again provide carnival and midway attractions; the Grandpa Cratchet Stage Show returns, along with daily bike giveaways and a cake and pie walk.

Go to whitesidecountyfair.org for a complete schedule, ticket prices, exhibit information, and all other pertinent details.

For more information, contact Todd Mickley, head of fair publicity and advertising, at toddmickley@2cornerstone.com or 815-772-2793.

FARMERS MARKETS In Dixon DIXON – The Dixon Park District farmers market is open from 7 a.m. to noon Wednesdays and Saturdays through October at Haymarket Square, 317 W. Third St. There will be no farmers market on July 4.

The Dixon City Market is open from 4 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays

from May 27 to Sept. 30 along the riverfront between Hennepin and Peoria avenues.

In Morrison MORRISON – The Morrison Farmers Market is seeking vendors for its eighth season, which opens May 23.

The market runs from 8 to 11 a.m. every Saturday, rain or shine, through Sept. 26 at 204 E. Lincolnway. An evening market is planned for July 29 in downtown Morrison.

Farmers, entrepreneurs, bakers, and artists are all welcome.

For more information about the market, including rules, regulations, and applications, go to morrisonfarmersmarket.com or call 815-772-4749.

In Rock Falls ROCK FALLS – The official start of the Rock Falls Farmers Market is Saturday during the annual Spring Garage Sales at 400 W. Second St. Those interested in being a vendor can call 815-625-4500 or email hodges@rockfallschamber. com.

In Sterling STERLING – The Twin City Market is open from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday in the historic Twin City Produce Building, 106 Ave. A. Find the market on Facebook, go to www.twincityfarmersmarket.com, or call 815-499-7268 for a list of vendors, upcoming events and more information.

FUN FOR A CAUSE Saturday Meal to help Scouts DIXON – Boy Scout Troop 93 will offer a $15 steak dinner and $10 chicken dinner from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at Knights of Columbus, 506 W. Third St. Hot dogs also will be available.

Proceeds will benefit future activities.

Concert to go to good cause FULTON – Venus Fest is set to run from noon to 6 p.m. at Heritage Canyon in Fulton.

This concert is dedicated to breast cancer awareness, and proceeds will go to Gilda’s Club in the Quad-Cities. The musical line-up consists of five female bands or bands with female lead singers.

The show starts with QuadCities native Jenny Lynn Stacy.

Kendra Swanson of Oregon will take the stage next, with her banjo, fiddle and viola, playing her all-original folk music. Next, The Matriarchs will hit the stage.

Singer-songwriter Brooke Byam, a Clinton, Iowa, native, will be the fourth act. The final performer of the night is Chicago’s Pearls Mahone.

There will be food and drinks inside the park, and a shuttle bus will be provided from downtown Fulton. Participants may bring lawn chairs, blankets and small coolers.

For more information, call Awesometown Music at 815613-3236.

May 27 Groups to play benefit AMBOY – Moonshine Bandits will headline the Rebels on the Run Tour Part 2 set for 7 p.m. at Amboy Community Center, 280 W. Wasson Road.

The event will benefit the fireworks show during Depot Days, and the Lee County AED Fund, which aims to equip squad cars with defibrillators in case of cardiac emergencies.

Tickets are $25 per seat or $200 for a table of 8. Doors open at 6.

Tickets are available at Illinois Fire Store, 243 E. Main St., and Amboy City Hall, 227 E. Main St., or by calling Jeff Bryant at 815857-2000 or Melissa Eisenberg at 815-857-3814.

The Moonshine Bandits play a style that’s described as a hybrid of West Coast rap and country.

They will be joined by the musical acts Redneck Souljers and Crucifix.

July 24 Concert to benefit organizations DIXON – The Arc of Lee County and Lee County Council on Aging will present “Petunia City Brass,” a drum and bugle corps show, at 7 p.m. at A.C. Bowers Field at Dixon High School, 300 Lincoln Statue Drive.

Proceeds from the show will benefit the two nonprofit organizations.

According to a news release, the show will showcase several of the best drum and bugle corps in the world.

Tickets, priced between $12 and $20, are available at www. dci.org or at Kreider Services, 500 Anchor Road; The Post House, 100 W. Second St.; and Venier Jewelers, 117 W. First St. Go to lccoa.com or thearcofleecounty.org for more information.

GARAGE SALES AND ANTIQUE SALES Friday through Sunday Days set for spring garage sales ROCK FALLS – The Rock Falls Chamber Spring Garage Sale Days returns this weekend.

The recommended times for the sales are from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. More than 100 sales are expected in Rock Falls and Sterling during that weekend.

Maps will be available for free after noon today at Schreiner’s Mobil, 1308 First Ave., Rock Falls; both Rock Falls Shell gas stations, 1111 W. Rock Falls Road, and 220 First Ave.; and both Sterling Shell gas stations,

1801 Locust St., and 2412 E. Lincolnway. They also will be available at rockfallschamber. com.

For more information, call 815625-4500.

HISTORY LOVERS Sunday Program on president STERLING – The Sterling-Rock Falls Historical Society’s monthly meeting is set for 2 p.m. at CGH’s Ryberg Auditorium, 100 E. LeFevre.

Ronald H. Koehn, a graduate of Illinois State University and a retired social studies instructor at Fulton High School, will present “Theodore Roosevelt: Enough for Two Lifetimes,” a free program open to the public.

Refreshments will be served.

KARAOKE Friday and Saturday Party with the James Gang Karaoke with the James Gang from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.

Friday at First Street Pub, 222 W. First St., Dixon, and 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday at Ralphie and Lu Lu’s, 812 Main St., Ashton. Email jamesgang1996@gmail.com for more information.

Tuesday At Charlie’s Bar and Grill MOUNT CARROLL – Karaoke is offered at 7 p.m. every week at Charlie’s Bar and Grill, 123 W. Market St.

AT THE MOVIES May 26 Schedule set in Sterling STERLING – Movies at Grandon will return with “Brave” at Grandon Civic Center in Central Memorial Park in downtown Sterling.

The movies are free and begin around 8:30 p.m. Concessions are available for purchase.

Family activities are held before the movies. Participants can bring a lawn chair or blanket.

The rest of schedule is: • June 9: “Lego Movie” • June 23: “Maleficent” • July 7: “The Polar Express” • July 21: “Planes: Fire & Rescue” • Aug. 4: “Big Hero 6” Go to sterlingmainstreet.org for more information.

OPEN MIC Friday Musicians in the park ROCK FALLS – Musicians of all ages are welcome to perform from 5 to 9 p.m. each Friday through September at Veteran’s Memorial Park on Fifth Street and Fifth Avenue.

Instruments are provided.

Sunday Musicians welcome in Mount Carroll MOUNT CARROLL – Open mic is on tap at 4 p.m. every Sunday

at Charlie’s Bar and Grill, 123 W. Market St.

THEATER Through Saturday Ladies back at Circa ‘21 ROCK ISLAND – The Church Basement Ladies in “The Last (Potluck) Supper” will be performed the final two times at 7:45 p.m. Friday and Saturday at Circa ‘21, 1828 Third Ave. In the show, the basementdwelling church ladies find themselves in 1979, on the day of their church’s centennial celebration. As the parishioners gather for food and fellowship, the church ladies and their frequently harried pastor reminisce about their lives through a series of flashbacks and musical numbers.

Tickets are $45 plus tax for the evening dinner and show.

Student tickets are $28 plus tax.

Reduced prices for groups of 12 or more are also available for all performances.

Tickets are available at the box office or by calling 309-7867733, ext. 2.

AT THE MUSEUM The Depot is open AMBOY – The Amboy Depot Museum, 99 E. Main St., is open for the season. Admission is free.

Go to www.amboydepotmuseum. org or call 815-631-7391 for appointments or more information.

History at Loveland DIXON – The History Museum has artifacts and displays on local and national history at Loveland Community House and Museum, 513 W. Second St. The art museum also is available for viewing and features works by nationally known local artists.

The museum’s hours are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday and Friday; and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Saturday. The office is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Go to www.lovelandcommunityhouse.org for more information.

Lincoln slept here STERLING – The LincolnManahan House, 607 E. Third St., which the Sterling-Rock Falls Historical Society has restored as a museum, is open for free guided tours from 1 to 4 p.m.

Saturdays and Sundays. In addition to being a historical site where Abraham Lincoln slept, it’s also a window into life in the mid-1800s. Call the historical society, 815-622-6215, for more information.

Ronald Reagan Birthplace Museum TAMPICO – The Ronald Reagan Birthplace Museum is now open on weekends.

The museum, 111 S. Main St., will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays and 1 to 4 p.m.

Sundays. The museum also is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Monday through Friday.

For more information, call Joan Johnson at 815-622-8705.

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Studio City,” the lawsuit said. Chicago Studio City also accuses the department of steering millions of dollars of state grant money to Cinespace “through political and labor union influence.”

The lawsuit also says Cinespace received five grants worth $27.3 million

Peoria company fined $114,100 PEORIA (AP) – A Peoria auto parts manufacturer has been fined $114,100 for federal workplace safety violations that the government says put workers at risk of amputation and other injuries.

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration says it found 10 health and safety lapses at USA Technologies Inc. in November 2014. The company has 15 business days to appeal the findings.

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The Taste of Chicago runs July 8 through 12.

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Down for 300 count Bolton keeps track of strides to succeed in hurdles

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If things go as planned, Mikayla Bolton will spend most of the rest of her life with things like grammar, punctuation, and syntax running through her head.

The senior at Prophetstown plans on majoring in English at Monmouth College, and she is going to gear her degree toward editorial publishing.

What she might find out over the next few years is that her mind is already trained to pick up the rhythms like the iambic pentameter found in Shakespeare’s sonnets.

That’s because for the better part of the last 2 years – and what could turn into another 4 years as a member of the Monmouth track team – counting has occupied her mind during her sub50-second bursts during the 300-meter hurdles.

• This is the 12th story in a spring-long series that will take a closer look at the individual events at a standard track meet.

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Secret of the 300 hurdles • It’s not really a secret that to succeed in the 300-meter hurdles, one better be in shape. The distance at high speeds is hard enough before adding in eight hurdles at a height of 36 inches for the boys and 30 inches for girls. If a runner doesn’t have the stamina for the event, they’ll start floating over the hurdles and losing time.

Comets play all the right cards Newman, Amboy, Hall tie for title

BY ROB LAIRD Special to SVM

AMBOY – Like a jaded poker player telling a badbeat story, Newman softball coach JD Waldschmidt can recount the gory details of each of the recent losses his team has suffered at the hands of Amboy.

After earning a share of the Three Rivers East title with a 5-1 road victory Wednesday over the Clippers, Waldschmidt and the Comets now have a different story to tell, one in which they Sarah Trujillo made all the Newman r i g h t m o v e s senior and came away holding the winning hand.

“I love where we are as a team,” said Waldschmidt, whose team has won six games in a row. “We’re hitting up and down the lineup. We’ve strung together some good wins here lately.”

Newman had been waiting specifically for a win over Amboy since the Clippers ended Newman’s season in the finals of regional action a year ago.

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Erie-Prophetstown’s Mikayla Bolton counts her strides while running the 300-meter hurdles.

She’s also been counting race wins, and the seconds dropping off her time. Her success starts with good conditioning, which lends itself to good form throughout the race.

Star of the game: Sam Miller, Newman, 7 IP, 6 H, 1 R, 1 ER, 5 SO, 3 BB Key performers: Jenna Stevens, 2 hits, 2 runs, 2B; Kylie Highbarger, Amboy, RBI Up next: Eastland at Newman, 4:30 p.m. today; Amboy at Serena, 4:30 p.m. today

GIRLS SOCCER | 1A GENOA-KINGSTON REGIONAL | DIXON 5, GENOA-KINGSTON 0

Momentum tilts one way

Langloss scores four times as Dixon blanks Cogs

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GENOA – The Genoa-Kingston girls soccer team was hoping that scoring the final goal in the waning moments of last week’s 2-1 loss to the Dixon Duchesses at A.C. Bowers Field would turn into some momentum when the two teams squared off again Wednesday in the semifinals of the Class 1A Genoa-Kingston Regional.

The Duchesses made sure that wasn’t going to happen … in emphatic fashion.

Lexy Langloss scored two goals

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Star of the game: Lexy Langloss, Dixon, 4 goals Key performers: Ellie Provo, Dixon, 3 saves on 4 shots; Madeline Ruehl, GK, 21 saves on 32 shots Up next: 1A Genoa-Kingston Regional championship, Dixon vs. Indian Creek, 4:15 p.m. Friday in the first 5 minutes, recorded a hat trick in the first 20 minutes, and added a second-half score to lead Dixon to a 5-0 rout of the host Cogs.

“I don’t think I’ve ever had a hat trick in the first 20 minutes

of a match before,” Langloss said. “I just got three really good balls from Kylee [Hermeyer], and was able to finish.

“It was so easy today to find open space and run our offense, because everybody was so aggressive and just kept attacking the whole game.”

Langloss, who missed most of the season after breaking her collarbone early on, was finally fully cleared by doctors on Monday. She said the injury didn’t even cross her mind once against Genoa-Kingston (7-12Philip Marruffo/pmarruffo@saukvalley.com 1), and she played like someone Dixon’s Lexy Langloss scores her third goal during Wednesday’s who had a clear mind. regional match against Genoa-Kingston in Genoa. Langloss scored four goals in the 5-0 win.

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Schuldt fares well in tournament Sterling native Ember Schuldt finished in a tie for 26th place this past weekend at the Self Regional Healthcare Foundation Women’s Health Classic, a Symetra Tour event in Greenwood, South Carolina.

Schuldt carded rounds of 71, 76, 77 and 69 for a total score of 293, +5 over the Links at Stoney Point golf course.

On Monday, Schuldt will play in a United States Open qualifier at Westmoreland Country Club in Wilmette.

The top two players in the 80-player field will move on to the U.S. Open, to be held July 9-12 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.

TRACK/CROSS COUNTRY

Newman’s Reyes headed to Augie Newman senior Bryson Reyes will continue his track and cross country career at Augustana College in Rock Island.

Reyes finished 34th this past fall at the Class 1A state cross country meet, after placing 38th as a junior and 48th as a sophomore.

In track, Reyes was a state qualifier as a junior in the 800, and a member of the 3,200 relay team that placed ninth at state.

OLYMPICS

U.S. sprint relay must return medals The entire U.S. men’s sprint relay team was stripped of its silver medal from the 2012 London Olympics on Wednesday as a result of Tyson Gay’s doping case.

The International Olympic Committee notified the U.S. Olympic Committee by letter that the 4x100 relay team has been disqualified, and all the medals withdrawn. The letter asks the USOC to collect the medals and return them to the IOC. COLLEGE HOOPS

North Carolina assistant coach dies The North Carolina basketball family has lost a second beloved coach in the last few months with the death of Bill Guthridge, Dean Smith’s “perfect sidekick.”

Guthridge, who was Smith’s longtime assistant and later succeeded him as North Carolina’s head coach, was 77. The school announced Wednesday that Guthridge died Tuesday night.

Guthridge spent 3 decades as an assistant to Smith, helping him bring national championships to Chapel Hill in 1982 and 1993.

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Mr. Smartypants Aaron Rodgers Packers quarterback earns top honors in a Celebrity Jeopardy competition, winning $50,000 for charity in the process.

Thursday, May 14, 2015

MLB ROUNDUP

Cubs win with walk-off walk Sox finally win road series; Cardinals blanked by Kluber By the Associated Press

Chris Coghlan drew a bases-loaded walk in the bottom of the ninth inning to give the Chicago Cubs a 2-1 victory over the New York Mets on Wednesday night at Wrigley Field.

The Cubs, who have won three straight, scored twice in the final two innings after being shut out for seven innings by Mets ace Matt Harvey, who allowed only three hits and struck out nine.

Mets reliever Carlos Torres (1-2) gave up back-to-back hits to Anthony Rizzo and Starlin Castro to start the ninth inning before intentionally walking Miguel Montero. After Mets manager brought in Jeurys Familia with the bases loaded and no one out, Coghlan drew a walk to give the Cubs the win.

White Sox 4, Brewers 2:

Jose Quintana struck out 10 in seven solid innings, and Avisail Garcia and Adam LaRoche hit backto-back home runs in the first inning to lead Chicago in Milwaukee.

Chicago, which had a major-league worst three

Today’s games • Cardinals (Wacha 5-0) at Indians (Bauer 2-1), 11:10 a.m.

(FSN/95.3 FM) • Mets (Niese 3-2) at Cubs (Wood 2-2), 1:20 p.m.

(CSN/780 AM) but Robertson got a lineout and a strikeout for his seventh save.

Indians 2, Cardinals 0: Corey Kluber got his

AP

Cubs catcher Miguel Montero (left) snags a bunt attempt by the Mets’ Wilmer Flores during the ninth inning Wednesday at Wrigley Field. The Cubs won 2-1 on Chris Coghlan’s walk-off walk. road wins entering the game, won their first road series of the season after taking two of three from last-place Milwaukee.

Quintana (2-3) allowed four hits, benefiting from the solo shots from Garcia and LaRoche with two outs to make it

3-0 in the first off starter Jimmy Nelson (1-4).

The Brewers made things interesting in the ninth after Carlos Gomez hit a solo homer off David Robertson.

Adam Lind then walked to put the tying run at the plate with one out,

first win of the season in style, striking out 18 and allowing his only hit in the seventh inning as Cleveland blanked St. Louis at home.

The reigning AL Cy Young winner didn’t yield a hit until Jhonny Peralta grounded a clean single to center with two outs in the seventh.

Kluber’s 18 strikeouts tied the club record for a nine-inning game held by Hall of Famer Bob Feller (1938.) It’s also the most strikeouts by an AL pitcher since Roger Clemens in 1998.

Kluber (1-5) didn’t walk a batter, and was pulled before the ninth after 113 pitches for closer Cody Allen, who got his fifth save.

On the calendar Local events

Today Baseball 4:30 p.m.

• Rochelle at Sterling • Dixon at Rock Falls • Lutheran at Oregon • Morrison at Newman • Amboy at Serena • LaMoille-Ohio at Bureau Valley • Eastland at West Carroll

Girls soccer 6 p.m.

• LaSalle-Peru at Sterling

Softball 4:30 p.m.

• Winnebago at Dixon • Oregon at Rock Falls • Eastland at Newman • Amboy at Serena • LaMoille-Ohio at Bureau Valley • Moline at Morrison 5:30 p.m.

• LaSalle-Peru at Sterling

Boys tennis 4:30 p.m.

• Mendota at Dixon

Boys track & field 3 p.m.

• Dixon, Rock Falls, Oregon at Big Northern Conference Meet (at Winnebago) 4 p.m.

• NUIC Meet (at Forreston)

Girls track & field

NBA PLAYOFFS | EASTERN CONFERENCE SEMIFINALS

Referees influence Bulls’ Game 5 loss

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LEVELAND – This time LeBron James missed, his fadeaway shot bouncing off the rim as the Cavaliers clung to a two-point lead in the closing seconds of Tuesday night’s 106-101 victory over the Bulls at Quicken Loans Arena.

As both teams fought furiously for the rebound, battling for the ball that finally was batted into the hands of Cavs guard Iman Shumpert, one question hung in the air from Lake Erie to Lake Michigan.

Would Taj Gibson have grabbed it?

Around Chicago, they always will wonder – especially if the Cavs win the best-of-seven series, as 82 percent of Game 5 winners of tied series do, according to Elias.

Once the Cavs possessed the elusive rebound, the Bulls were forced to foul Kyrie Irving, who hit two free throws with 16.4 seconds left. That thwarted a valiant comeback by the Bulls without Gibson, who was ejected, or Pau Gasol, who was injured.

“Big play, big play, big play,” Bulls coach Tom Thibodeau said of the sequence.

Thibodeau wanted no part of publicly revealing how he really felt about the rash decision of referee Joey Crawford’s crew to eject Gibson with 10 minutes, 25 seconds left in a game influenced by officiating more than any pivotal playoff game should be.

Perhaps the Cavs would have won anyway on their home floor, but losing Gibson deprived the Bulls of a complete roster for a fourth-quarter rally from 17 down.

Even undermanned, the Bulls overachieved like early Thibodeau teams to create opportunities in the final minute they simply never seized.

Derrick Rose, who scored 16 – but none in the fourth quarter –

4 p.m.

• Amboy, AFC, Bureau Valley, Fulton, MilledgevilleEastland, Morrison, Newman, West Carroll at 1A Bureau Valley Sectional

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He can be reached at dhaugh@ tribune.com

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Bulls forward Taj Gibson was ejected from Game 5 against the Cavaliers on Tuesday, a call by the officials that left the Bulls scratching their heads.

NHL Playoffs – Eastern Conference semifinals

Rangers knock out Capitals NEW YORK – Derek Stepan scored at 11:24 in overtime, lifting the New York Rangers past the Washington Capitals 2-1 on Wednesday night, and into the Eastern Conference finals.

Stepan’s wrist shot from the left wing after he won a faceoff – a rarity for the Rangers – capped a comeback from a 3-1 deficit in the series. The Rangers, who also did it to Pittsburgh in the second round last year, are the only team to do that in successive years.

Alex Ovechkin scored in the first period for Washington, which has lost five Game 7s in as many tries when leading a series 3-1. Kevin Hayes tied it in the second for New York. had a layup that would have tied the score at 101 with 48.8 seconds left, but James swatted it away. Jimmy Butler, who overcame early foul trouble to lead the Bulls with 29, missed an open 3-pointer 3 seconds later that would have given the Bulls an unlikely lead.

The Bulls had cut the margin from 10 to two without Gibson, who was forced to watch from the locker room.

Though motivated by the forward’s absence, they really missed him.

In a skirmish that seemed inevitable, Gibson and Cavs pest Matthew Dellavedova got tangled on the floor under the Bulls basket when things escalated.

Gibson pushed Dellavedova from behind,

explaining later that the 6-foot-4 guard was boxing him out. On the ground, Dellavedova used his legs to lock up Gibson, who kicked himself free.

“Physical play,” Gibson said. “I tried to push myself off the ground, got tangled up and he locked my legs.”

Tempers flared after Gibson’s response, and teammates intervened, loudly. Thibodeau came all the way from the other end to keep the peace. The Cleveland media speculated about a suspension for Gibson, but that would only compound the mistake.

“When you get locked up like that, all bets are off,” teammate Mike Dunleavy said.

After officials reviewed videotape of the scrum

– what exactly were they looking at? – they ejected Gibson but not Dellavedova, who was far from blameless. The right call would have been assessing both players technical fouls and allowing the fourth quarter of a playoff game to finish without the referees’ judgment overshadowing it. That has happened far too often this series.

“I was in shock,” Gibson said. “I understand it’s a chippy game, but ...”

The Cavaliers organization bears some responsibility, too, for potentially making a bad situation worse.

Each time the video board operator played a replay of the incident – and there were several – the crowd roared in disapproval and a mob mentality intensified.

No wonder revved-up Cavs fans threw things at Gibson as he walked off the court and down the tunnel into the Bulls locker room.

“I can’t afford to hurt my team,” Gibson said.

Nobody hurt the Bulls more than James, who dominated. He scored 38 points, grabbed 12 rebounds, and had six assists without a turnover – only the third player to have at least 35, 10 and five with no turnovers in a playoff game since they began charting turnovers in 1978, according to ESPN. Even though the Bulls offseason could come as early as Friday, the Bulls reminded us of something in defeat: They won’t go down without a fight.

TV listings

Today College baseball 4 p.m.

• Penn St. at Purdue, BTN 6:30 p.m.

• Texas A&M at Mississippi, ESPNU 7 p.m.

• Ohio St. at Indiana, BTN

Cycling 4 p.m.

• Tour of California, stage 5, Santa Barbara to Santa Clara, NBCSP

Golf 11:30 a.m.

• Champions, The Tradition, first round, at Birmingham, Ala., TGC 2 p.m.

• PGA, Wells Fargo Championship, first round, at Charlotte, N.C., TGC 8 p.m.

• LPGA, Kingsmill Championship, first round, at Williamsburg, Va., TGC

MLB 11 a.m.

• Cardinals at Indians, FSN Noon

• Twins at Tigers or Pirates at Phillies, MLB 1 p.m.

• Mets at Cubs, CSN 6 p.m.

• Giants at Reds or Yankees at Rays, MLB

NBA playoffs 7 p.m.

• Eastern Conference semifinals, game 6, Cavaliers at Bulls, ESPN 9:30 p.m.

• Western Conference semifinals, game 6, Rockets at Clippers, ESPN

Thursday, May 14, 2015

TRACK & FIELD

Sauk Valley Media • B3

SAUK VALLEY TRACK & FIELD HONOR ROLL Boys 100 State qualifying: 1A 11.14; 2A 11.04 Brady Rude, Newman 10.92 Brooks Grobe, Polo-Forreston 11.11 Jason Osborn, Fulton 11.14 Aaron Shelton, Polo-Forreston 11.16 Easton Bianchi, Newman 11.32 Nathan Stukenberg, Polo-Forreston 11.36

200 State qualifying: 1A 22.94; 2A 22.54 Brady Rude, Newman 22.54 Brooks Grobe, Polo-Forreston 22.76 Nathan Stukenberg, Polo-Forreston 23.17 Nyrel Sullivan, Dixon 23.24 Aaron Shelton, Polo-Forreston 23.26 Easton Bianchi, Newman 23.3

400 State qualifying: 1A 51.74; 2A 50.84 Nathan Stukenberg, Polo-Forreston 51.25 Michael Eastwood, Bureau Valley 51.7 Matt Coffey, Dixon 51.74 Michael Eastwood, Bureau Valley 51.96 Kevin Cheeseman, Polo-Forreston 52.53 Terrence Bruce, Sterling 52.77

800 State qualifying: 1A 2:01.24; 2A 1:59.04 Evan Grady, Dixon 2:00.0 Chris Ahlers, Newman 2:01.6 Brayden Hamblen, Rock Falls 2:02.66 Logan Cheshire, Sterling 2:04.15 Seth Williams, Rock Falls 2:05.25 Ethan Rocha, Sterling 2:05.72

1,600 State qualifying: 1A 4:37.24; 2A 4:30.44 Seth Williams, Rock Falls 4:25.05 Chris Ahlers, Newman 4:27.2 Brayden Hamblen, Rock Falls 4:29.04 Evan Grady, Dixon 4:35.09 Jacob Gebhardt, Sterling 4:35.16 Jonathon Landis, Sterling 4:36.24

3,200 State qualifying: 1A 10:04.00; 2A 9:49.24 Brayden Hamblen, Rock Falls 9:45.5 Jonathon Landis, Sterling 9:51.85 Seth Williams, Rock Falls 9:59.34 Chris Ahlers, Newman 10:02 Jacob Gebhardt, Sterling 10:22.44 Romeo Blackburn, Amboy 10:29.5

110 hurdles State qualifying: 1A 15.54; 2A 15.24 Regan Todhunter, Newman 14.91 Bobby Tribble, Sterling 15.96 Zach Schmidt, Milledgeville 15.97 Konner Wilson, Oregon 16.25 Jared Harrison, Dixon 16.37 A.J. Christensen, Polo-Forreston 16.64

300 hurdles State qualifying: 1A 42.00; 2A 40.44 Regan Todhunter, Newman 40.54 Konner Wilson, Oregon 41.44 Quinton Douglas, Dixon 41.81 A.J. Christensen, Polo-Forreston 41.87 Zach Schmidt, Milledgeville 42.20 Bobby Tribble, Sterling 42.41

400 relay State qualifying: 1A 44.54; 2A 43.54 Polo-Forreston 43.95 Dixon 43.97 Newman 44.46 Fulton 44.84 Sterling 45.6 Amboy 45.9

800 relay State qualifying: 1A 1:33.74; 2A 1:31.74 Polo-Forreston 1:32.29 Fulton 1:32.4 Dixon 1:33.2 Oregon 1:35.3 Sterling 1:35.71 Milledgeville 1:35.94

1,600 relay State qualifying: 1A 3:31.74; 2A 3:27.44 Polo-Forreston 3:28.67 Sterling 3:30.04 Bureau Valley 3:32.82 Oregon 3:34.7 Amboy 3:36.9 Milledgeville 3:38.35

3,200 relay State qualifying: 1A 8:26.24; 2A 8:15.24 Newman 8:10.3 Sterling 8:20.17 Oregon 8:39.65 Polo-Forreston 8:45.63 Bureau Valley 8:59.73 Morrison 9:03

Pole vault State qualifying: 1A 13-0; 2A 13-6 David Villa, Rock Falls Braden Jacobs, Dixon Hunter Schoff, Bureau Valley Bobby Tribble, Sterling Breu Knox, Rock Falls Mike Parcus, Dixon

11-6 11-0 11-0 10-6 10-6 10-0

High jump State qualifying: 1A 6-3; 2A 6-3 Isaiah Roby, Dixon Kyle Matthews, Fulton Kyle LeBlanc, Dixon Brad Cavanaugh, Polo-Forreston Michael Dixon, Fulton Brandon Boyer, Rock Falls

6-8 6-5 6-4 6-4 6-2 6-0

Long jump State qualifying: 1A 21-0; 2A 21-8 Nyrel Sullivan, Dixon 21-6 Joe Gennaro, Milledgeville 20-4 Regan Todhunter, Newman 20-3 Eric Kull, Morrison 20-0 Gailen Gibson, Bureau Valley 19-11 Brooks Grobe, Polo-Forreston 19-9 Troy Litwiller, Milledgeville 19-6

Triple jump State qualifying: 1A 42-0; 2A 43-10 Laron Carr, Dixon 43-0 Rodney Gossard, Fulton 41-8 Nolan McGinn, Newman 41-2 Kandris Martin, Dixon 40-10 Preston Stapleton, Polo-Forreston 39-8 Gailen Gibson, Bureau Valley 39-6 1/2 Javi Quiroz, Sterling 39-4 Zach Kirchhoff, Sterling 39-4

Shot put State qualifying: 1A 48-0; 2A 50-11 Joe Brouilette, Sterling 47-11 1/2 Kyle McLuckie, Fulton 44-10 John Ghibellini, Oregon 44-7 Chris Wilson, Newman 44-1 Cole Stewart, Amboy 43-11 Colton Pohl, Amboy 43-7 1/2 Clay Stuepfert, Amboy 43-6

Discus State qualifying: 1A 143-0; 2A 149-0 John Ghibellini, Oregon 144-0 Keegan North, Fulton 130-11 Tanner Jensen, Sterling 130-3 Joe Brouilette, Sterling 125-6 Luke Becker, Amboy 123-7 Juan Dominguez, Polo-Forreston 123-0 Kyle McLuckie, Fulton 120-0

Girls

800 relay

100 State qualifying: 1A 13.04; 2A 12.74 Sabrina Chamberlain, Sterling 12.93 Rebecca Waite, Milledgeville 13.01 Erika Zimmerlein, Amboy 13.06 Rachel Cobert, Erie-Prophetstown 13.11 Lindsey Hoffert, Bureau Valley 13.12 Bryana Johnson, Sterling 13.15

200 State qualifying: 1A 27.04; 2A 26.64 Rebecca Waite, Milledgeville 25.72 Erika Zimmerlein, Amboy 26.56 Rachel Cobert, Erie-Prophetstown 26.88 Sabrina Chamberlain, Sterling 27.15 Lindsey Hoffert, Bureau Valley 27.00 Katelynn Pankhurst, Amboy 27.24

400 State qualifying: 1A 1:02.04; 2A 59.90 Rachel Cobert, Erie-Prophetstown 59.24 Lindsey Hoffert, Bureau Valley 1:00.26 Dallas Clevenger, Rock Falls 1:00.21 Tiana Kennedy, Bureau Valley 1:00.89 Rebecca Waite, Milledgeville 1:01.79 Heather Strike, Erie-Prophetstown 1:02.00

800 State qualifying: 1A 2:26.64; 2A 2:23.34 Dallas Clevenger, Rock Falls 2:22.01 Corrie Reiley, Erie-Prophetstown 2:23.05 Maggie McPherson, Sterling 2:26.23 Erin Hosto, Amboy 2:29.38 Maggie Bushman, Dixon 2:29.99 Jordan Price, Fulton 2:30.63

1,600 State qualifying: 1A 5:35.14; 2A 5:25.24 Regan Weidner, Bureau Valley 5:23.11 Maggie McPherson, Sterling 5:24.26 Averi Leitzen, Fulton 5:26.44 Mercedes Sanchez, Sterling 5:29.98 Corrie Reiley, Erie/Prophetstown 5:37.97 Megan Barnhart, Sterling 5:37.99

3,200 State qualifying: 1A 12:12.24; 2A 11:40.04 Maggie McPherson, Sterling 11:43.38 Regan Weidner, Bureau Valley 11:44.48 Megan Grady, Amboy 11:55.41 Haley Weidner, Bureau Valley 12:13.42 Averi Leitzen, Fulton 12:18.29 Katie Lawton, Dixon 12:40.72

100 hurdles State qualifying: 1A 16.64; 2A 15.94 Alexa Loftus, Ohio 16.94 Courtney Boyer, West Carroll 16.96 Hailey Long, Oregon 17.57 Kassidee Church, Morrison 17.65 Brittani Sohn, Dixon 17.81 Naeva Groenwold, Polo-Forreston 17.99

300 hurdles State qualifying: 1A 49.04; 2A 47.84 Mikayla Bolton, Erie-Prophetstown 48.05 Breanna Eissens, Fulton 49.32 Courtney Boyer, West Carroll 51.09 Maya Miller, Sterling 51.54 Kylie Gieson, Dixon 52.76 Brittani Sohn, Dixon 52.98

400 relay State qualifying: 1A 51.94; 2A 50.84 Sterling 50.60 Erie-Prophetstown 51.45 Bureau Valley 51.95 Oregon 52.16 Amboy 52.42 Newman 52.56

State qualifying: 1A 1:50.34; 2A 1:48.04 Bureau Valley 1:47.54 Erie-Prophetstown 1:47.56 Sterling 1:49.22 Amboy 1:49.77 Newman 1:51.10 Dixon 1:51.10

1,600 relay State qualifying: 1A 4:14.34; 2A 4:10.04 Erie-Prophetstown 4:04.07 Dixon 4:10.53 Sterling 4:11.33 Milledgeville 4:12.38 Bureau Valley 4:13.60 Rock Falls 4:16.38

3,200 relay State qualifying: 1A 10:22.24; 2A 9:58.04 Sterling 9:51.09 Erie-Prophetstown 9:54.95 Dixon 10:10.22 Rock Falls 10:15.99 Bureau Valley 10:31.21

Pole vault State qualifying: 1A 9-3; 2A 9-9 Alissa DeShane, Erie-Prophetstown Carolynn Hammelman, Sterling Kallie Zuidema, Sterling Whitney Bramm, Erie-Prophestown Jessica Loudenberg, Bureau Valley Ashlynn Steel, Erie-Prophetstown

9-6 9-0 9-0 9-0 8-6 8-3

High jump State qualifying: 1A 5-2; 2A 5-2 Michaela Busch, Rock Falls Betsy Leonard, Fulton Lindsey Hoffert, Bureau Valley Morgan Zuidema, Sterling Delaney Mahoney, Oregon Mikayla Bolton, Erie-Prophetstown

5-2 5-2 5-2 5-2 5-2 5-1

Long jump State qualifying: 1A 16-4; 2A 16-11 Lindsey Hoffert, Bureau Valley 17-1 3/4 Sarah Lauer, Oregon 17-1 Courtney Kruthoff, Erie-P’town 16-10 Katelynn Pankhurst, Amboy 16-3 1/4 Rebecca Waite, Milledgeville 16-3 Addison Moreland, Bureau Valley 16-0 1/2

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ABOVE: Dixon’s Nyrel Sullivan has the longest long jump in the area in 2015 with a distance of 21 feet, 6 inches.

BELOW: Rock Falls’ Michaela Busch is one of five girls in the area to clear 5-2 in the high jump in 2015.

Triple jump State qualifying: 1A 33-8; 2A 34-8 Sarah Lauer, Oregon 36-4 1/2 Rachel Cobert, Erie-Prophetstown 35-6 Maggie Bushman, Dixon 34-1 3/4 Addison Moreland, Bureau Valley 32-8 3/4 Brittani Sohn, Dixon 32-4

Shot put State qualifying: 1A 35-6; 2A 37-0 Tayla Schwarz, Dixon 42-7 1/2 Chelsea Lesniewski, Fulton 39-8 Sydney Lebahn, Bureau Valley 36-10 Kenzie Heinz, Polo 36-4 Carly Stephens, Oregon 35-2 3/4 Lexie Jacobs, Bureau Valley 34-3 Sarah Stegbauer, Dixon 34-0 1/2

Discus State qualifying: 1A 108-0; 2A 112-3 Tayla Schwarz, Dixon 125-8 1/2 Sydney Lebahn, Bureau Valley 117-8 Chelsea Lesniewski, Fulton 106-1 Sam Johnson, Milledgveille 102-2 Kenzie Heinz, Polo 101-4 Carly Stevens, Oregon 96-9 Katie Krogman, Milledgeville 96-9 Sarah Stegbauer, Dixon 96-1 Kacey Koch, Dixon 95-5

Floating over hurdles sign of tired athletes COUNT

Sauk Valley All-time Top 10 300 hurdles Boys

CONTINUED FROM B1

See, counting is how Bolton survives the event that often scares away competitors well before all the hurdles are even placed on the track.

“I am counting the entire time,” Bolton said. “That’s the only thing running through my head. I am counting each step before the first hurdle, and then every step in between each hurdle.”

If Bolton is in rhythm, she’ll stride 24 times over the 45 meters leading into the first hurdle.

“You definitely want to go out hard,” said Bolton at practice Wednesday, 2 days before the 2A Galena Sectional. “You want to be fast through the curve and stride out hard.”

She’ll have 17 strides for the 35 meters between each of the next seven hurdles, and then a mad dash for the finish line 10 meters away following the final hurdle.

“This is a race about endurance,” Bolton said. “The first time I ran it last year, I got to the end and I realized that I had a lot left in my tank, and that I could have gone faster.”

The 300 hurdles might be the high school track event that combines the most elements of other events.

It obviously resembles the 100/110 hurdles, where an athlete needs not only to have a sprinter’s mentality, but also the coordination and athleticism of the jumpers.

Unlike the 100/110, the 300 hurdles requires maintaining speed for a longer distance – much like the mid-distance runners from the 400 dash or 800 run.

The height of the hurdles are also different. In the 100/110, the hurdles are 39 inches high for boys and 33 for girls. In the 300, the hurdles are 36 inches for the boys, and 30 for the girls.

Jan Unruh has helped coach hurdles at various schools since 1986. A special education teacher in Erie now, she volunteers to help the ErieProphetstown hurdlers.

While she says she knows more about the 100/110 hurdles, she has worked plenty with Bolton and others in the 300.

“It’s an event that scares away a lot of kids,” Unruh said. “The fear of falling is there, but you

Year 1982 2006 1976 2000 2005 2007 2011 1998 2010 2014

Name Pete Eshelman Sammy Biggs Ron Hayen Tyler Gaumer Ted McMillan Garrett Barnas Ricky Laskowski Seth Frey Tony Gallardo Bryce Holesinger

School Sterling Morrison Sterling Sterling Erie-Prophetstown Bureau Valley Dixon Rock Falls Oregon Fulton

Year 1990 1988 2005 2004 1994 2001 2006 1999 1986 1989

Name Jenny Schwab Kristi Keagan Ashley Keaschall Rhiannon Coffey Angie Snyder Kate McDaniel Kelly Tenboer Alicen Adamson Sabrina Chamberlain Jennifer Drey

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School Sterling Dixon Rock Falls Polo Fulton Milledgeville-Eastland Morrison Erie-Prophetstown Prophetstown Fulton

Time 37.9 38.10 38.3 38.6 38.77 38.8 38.82 39.1 39.52 39.61 Time 45.5 45.6 45.74 45.81 45.9 46.44 47.07 47.24 47.45 47.9

Editor’s note: Times and dates provided by coaches and school officials. Any missing records can be submitted to the sports department at sports@saukvalley.com

Ryan Gaines/Special to SVM

Erie-Prophetstown’s Mikayla Bolton did not start running hurdles until her junior year. As a senior, she has the best time in the area in the 300-meter hurdles, and hopes to continue running hurdles at Monmouth College. also have to be in good enough shape to make it to the end. So many kids hit about 150 meters and are worn out, and then the form goes.”

Bolton understands the fear of falling. She did just that the first time she tried hurdles in junior high, and quickly walked away from the event.

“It hurt, and I thought then

that this isn’t for me,” Bolton said. “It wasn’t until my junior year that I decided to give it another try.”

Bolton also says that it doesn’t even have to be her hitting a hurdle that can throw off a good run.

“When someone running next to you hits the track, it can be hard to stay focused,”

Bolton said. “It’s something you have to learn to do. No matter what happens anywhere else, you have to stay focused on your race and the next hurdle.”

Considering she arrived a bit late to the hurdle party, Bolton has excelled quickly.

At 48.05 seconds, she has the fastest 300 time of any area girl this season. She hopes that time will go down more Friday at the sectional, and that it’ll be below the 2A state cut time of 47.84.

“State is always the goal,” Bolton said, “but I just want to keep getting the time down.

I’ve been doing that pretty consistently this season.”

Unruh points to a lot of reasons why Bolton has thrived in an event that punishes other athletes.

“First, she is as hard of a worker as I’ve worked with,” Unruh said. “Almost every night, she’s here working on things after everyone else has left.”

Unruh also feels that having a background in both cross country and basketball has Bolton tuned better for the rigors of the race than some of her competition.

“It’s all about conditioning,” Unruh said. “So many kids get tired, and that’s when they lose their form. That’s when they

start to float over the hurdle instead of attacking it.”

Attacking a hurdle means having proper foot position that includes dragging the back foot just over the top of the hurdle.

The image Unruh uses for a good jump over the hurdle is that it should resemble a dog lifting its leg at a fire hydrant.

“While Mikayla can get in trouble with her foot position, it’s not often,” Unruh said. “I think that goes back to cross country and basketball, and just being in shape. The scary thing is that I don’t think she’s anywhere close to being a finished product. She’s only going to get better.”

Bolton says she runs 400s and 300s during practice to improve her stamina for the race, and that she does various drills that make her focus on dragging her foot.

The decision to run hurdles as a junior is likely to pay off in college.

“I think she hopes to run the 400 hurdles in college,” Unruh said. “I think she can do that, but I also think she’s the kind of athlete that would make for a heptathlete.”

So while words will take up her time in the classroom, she will still have plenty of chances to spend time counting her steps.

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Thursday, May 14, 2015

Zits® by Jerry Scott and Jim Borgman

Arlo & Janis by Jimmy Johnson Garfield by Jim Davis

Stone Soup by Jan Eliot Get Fuzzy by Darby Conley

Blondie by Dean Young & John Marshall

Wizard of Id by Brant Parker and Johnny Hart

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

Pickles by Brian Crane Big Nate by Lincoln Peirce

Born Loser by Art and Chip Sansom

Baby Blues by Jerry Scott & Rick Kirkman

Soup To Nutz by Rick Stromoski

Family Circus by Bil Keane

The Argyle Sweater by Scott Hilburn

Alley Oop by Dave Graue and Jack Bender

Bridge Frank & Ernest by Bob Thaves

Is the 5-3 or the 4-4 fit preferable?

Grizzwells by Bill Schorr

Jessamyn West, an author who died in 1984, said, “We want the facts to fit the preconceptions. When they don’t, it is easier to ignore the facts than to change the preconceptions.”

In bridge, we have suit fits, about which some players have preconceptions. In this deal, North-South have a 5-3 spade fit and a 4-4 heart fit.

Which is preferable?

Today we will study the 5-3 fit, tomorrow the 4-4.

Against four spades, West leads off with the diamond ace. What should happen?

In the auction, after North jumped to two no-trump and South rebid three hearts, North should have raised hearts, but gave preference to spades. South continued

with three no-trump to describe his 5-4-2-2 distribution, and North removed to four spades because he was worried about diamonds.

That was understandable, although here, because

diamonds were 4-4, three no-trump would have been a lucky make. In contrast, four spades was an unlucky fail.

At trick one, East signaled enthusiastically with his diamond 10. When encouraging, play the highest card you can afford – no half measures.

West cashed his diamond king, then continued with another diamond, which South ruffed.

Everything looked easy to South; surely he had five spades, four hearts and one club.

But after drawing trumps, he started on the hearts.

When West discarded on the second round, declarer led a low club toward his queen, but his luck was still out.

West had the king and South had to lose one heart, two diamonds and one club. © 2015 UFS

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WEDNESDAY’S SCOREBOARD Baseball Wednesday’s result at Amboy

NEWMAN 10, AMBOY 4 Newman 004 301 2 — 10 12 1 Amboy 100 201 0 — 4 9 2 W – Brandon Burke. L – Logan Thake.

NEWMAN (15-7) Multi hits – Nate Olson 3, Dillan Heffelfinger 2, Shayne Allen 2, Ricky Rank 2. 2B – Allen 2, Olson. RBI – Olson 5, Allen 2, Elias Edmondson.

AMBOY (5-21) Multi hits – Tim Clark 3, Carter Shaw 2.

2B – Shaw.

Postseason pairings CLASS 2A Morrison Regional Wednesday, May 20 • No. 1 Morrison vs. No. 4 Bureau Valley, 5 p.m.

Thursday, May 21 • No. 2 Princeton vs. No. 3 Newman, 5 p.m.

Saturday, May 23 • Championship, 10 a.m.

Winner advances to Byron Sectional vs.

Pecatonica Regional winner, 6:30 p.m.

May 27 Oregon Regional Monday, May 18 • No. 5 West Carroll vs. No. 4 Oregon, 4:30 p.m.

Wednesday, May 20 • No. 1 Forreston-Polo vs. West Carroll or Oregon, 4:30 p.m.

Thursday, May 21 • No. 2 Stillman Valley vs. No. 3 Byron, 4:30 p.m.

Saturday, May 23 • Championship, 10 a.m.

Winner advances to Byron Sectional vs.

Aurora Christian Regional winner, 4 p.m.

May 27 CLASS 1A Lena-Winslow Regional Monday, May 18 • No. 5 Pearl City at No. 4 River Ridge, 4:30 p.m.

• No. 6 Galena at No. 3 Eastland, 4:30 p.m.

Wednesday, May 20 • No. 1 East Dubuque vs. Pearl City or River Ridge, 4 p.m.

• No. 2 Lena-Winslow vs. Galena or Eastland, 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, May 23 • Championships, 11 a.m.

Winner advances to Aquin Sectional vs.

Dakota Regional winner, 4 p.m. May 28 at Highland Community College Ashton-Franklin Center Regional Monday, May 18 • No. 5 AFC at No. 4 Milledgeville, 4:30 p.m.

• No. 6 Paw Paw at No. 3 Amboy, 4:30 p.m.

Wednesday, May 20 • No. 1 Indian Creek vs. AFC or Milledgeville, 4:30 p.m.

Thursday, May 21 • No. 2 Fulton vs. Paw Paw or Amboy, 4:30 p.m.

Saturday, May 23 • Championship, 2 p.m.

Winner advances to Aquin Sectional vs.

Elgin Academy Regional winner, 4 p.m.

May 27 at Highland Community College

Softball Wednesday’s result at Amboy

NEWMAN 5, AMBOY 1 Newman 000 012 2 – 5 10 0 Amboy 000 100 0 – 1 6 1 W – Sam Miller. L – Karlee Doege (At bats-runs-hits) NEWMAN (13-9, 9-3) Julie Hurd c 4-1-1, Mady Ferris ss 4-0-0, Jenna Stevens 3b 4-2-2, Lakyn Waldschmidt 1b 4-1-3, Sam Miller p 3-0-1, Rhyanna Hadden cf 3-1-0, Sarah Trujillo 2b 3-0-1, Mady Klein rf 3-0-1, Morgan Ely lf 3-0-1. Totals 31-5-10.

Miller (7 IP, 1 R, 1 ER, 6 H, 3 BB 5 WP, 5 K) and Hurd. RBI – Waldschmidt 2, Trujillo 2, Ely. 2B – Stevens, Waldschmidt, Trujillo.

LOB – 6.

AMBOY (21-10, 9-3) Delanie Wilhelm ss 4-0-0, Madeline Ely cf 4-0-1, Hallie Naumann 3b 4-0-0, Karlee Doege p 1-0-0, Katelyn Liebing c 2-1-1, Courtney Rhine rf 2-0-0, Sydney Wilhelm 1b 3-0-2, Kylie Harbarger 2b 3-0-1, Madison Murphy lf 3-0-1. Totals 26-1-6.

Doege (7 IP, 5 R, 4 ER, 10 H, 3 K) and Liebing. RBI – Highbarger. 2B – Murphy.

LOB – 8. at Morrison

MORRISON 6, ERIE-PROPHETSTOWN 5 Erie-Ptown 100 010 3 — 5 5 2 Morrison 031 200 X — 6 8 2 W – Lauren Rice. L – Kennah Meier.

ERIE-PROPHETSTOWN Meier (4 IP, 6 R, 3 ER, 8 H, 1 BB), Courtney Pierceson (2 IP, 2 SO). Multi hits – Stephanie Thulen 2, Emily Cox 2. 2B – Cox, Thulen. RBI – Ashley Davis 2, Cox. MORRISON Lauren Pannier (2 2/3 IP, 1 R, 0 ER, 2 H, 2 SO, 3 BB), Rice (4 1/3 IP, 4 R, 3 ER, 3 H, 7 SO, 5 BB). Multi hits – Emma Melton 2, Rachel Davis 2. 2B – Pannier, Davis.

3B – Lauren Vos. RBI – Davis 2, Melton, Rice, Vos. Postseason pairings CLASS 2A Orion Regional Monday, May 18 • No. 5 Riverdale at No. 4 Bureau Valley, 4:30 p.m.

Tuesday, May 19 • No. 1 Morrison vs. Riverdale or Bureau Valley, 4:30 p.m.

• No. 2 Erie-Prophetstown vs. No. 3 Orion, 7 p.m.

Saturday, May 23 • Championship, 11 a.m.

Winner advances to Morrison Sectional vs.

Rockford Lutheran Regional winner, 7 p.m.

May 26 Byron Regional Monday, May 18 • No. 5 Forreston-Polo at No. 4 West Carroll, 4:30 p.m.

Tuesday, May 19 • No. 1 Stillman Valley vs. Forreston-Polo or West Carroll, 4:30 p.m.

• No. 2 Byron vs. No. 3 Oregon, 7 p.m.

Saturday, May 23 • Championship, 11 a.m.

Winner advances to Morrison Sectional vs.

Princeton Regional winner, 4:30 p.m., May 26 CLASS 1A Fulton Regional Monday, May 18 • No. 5 Eastland at No. 4 Fulton, 4:30 p.m.

Tuesday, May 19 • No. 1 Milledgeville vs. Eastland or Fulton, 4:30 p.m.

Wednesday, May 20 • No. 2 Newman vs. No. 3 AFC, 4:30 p.m.

Saturday, May 23 • Championship, 11 a.m.

Winner advances to Lena-Winslow Sectional vs. Pecatonica Regional winner, 7 p.m., May 26’ Earlville Regional Monday, May 18 • No. 5 LaMoille-Ohio at No. 4 Paw Paw, 4:30 p.m.

Tuesday, May 19 • No. 1 Amboy vs. LaMoille-Ohio or Paw Paw, 4:30 p.m.

Wednesday, May 20 • No. 2 Earlville vs. No. 3 Indian Creek, 4:30 p.m.

Saturday, May 23 • Championship, 11 a.m.

Winner advances to Princeville Sectional vs. Putnam County Regional winner, 4:30 p.m. Tuesday May 26

Girls soccer

Wednesday’s box scores

CLASS 2A Geneseo Regional Tuesday, May 19 • No. 1 Geneseo vs. No. 4 LaSalle-Peru, 4:30 p.m.

• No. 2 Sterling vs. No. 3 Ottawa, 6 p.m.

Friday, May 22 • Championship, 5 p.m.

Winner advances to LaSalle-Peru Sectional vs. Peoria Notre Dame Regional winner, 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 26 CLASS 1A Genoa-Kingston Regional Tuesday’s result • No. 1 Indian Creek 6, No. 4 North Boone 0 Wednesday’s match • No. 2 Dixon vs. No. 3 Genoa-Kingston, 4:15 p.m.

Friday’s match • Championship, Indian Creek vs. TBD, 4:15 p.m.

Winner advances to Byron Sectional vs.

Lutheran Regional winner, 4:30 p.m.

Wednesday, May 20

Boys tennis Wednesday’s result at Sterling

UNITED TOWNSHIP 3, STERLING 2 Singles 1. Jack Nitz (S) def. Devin Martel 6-1, 6-0 2. Jonathan Getty (UT) def. Jacob Reynolds 6-1, 6-4 Doubles 1. Lane Martells, Zak Khan (S) def. Andray Golden, Thomas McGehee 6-4, 5-7 (10-7) 2. Colton O’Brien, Christian Gallegos (UT) def. Alex Gallardo, Jonah Khuntangta 6-2, 6-3 3. El Moo, Brandon Moreno (UT) def. Gage Bright, Saul Juarez 6-3, 6-4

MLB AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division W L Pct New York 21 14 .600 Tampa Bay 19 16 .543 Toronto 17 18 .486 Boston 16 18 .471 Baltimore 15 17 .469 Central Division W L Pct Kansas City 21 13 .618 Detroit 20 14 .588 Minnesota 19 15 .559 Chicago 14 17 .452 Cleveland 12 20 .375 West Division W L Pct Houston 21 13 .618 Los Angeles 16 17 .485 Seattle 15 17 .469 Texas 15 19 .441 Oakland 13 23 .361

GB — 2 4 4½ 4½ GB — 1 2 5½ 8 GB — 4½ 5 6 9

Wednesday’s results Boston 2, Oakland 0 Cleveland 2, St. Louis 0 Baltimore 6, Toronto 1 Minnesota 6, Detroit 2 Tampa Bay 3, N.Y. Yankees 2 Texas 5, Kansas City 2 Chicago White Sox 4, Milwaukee 2 Houston 4, San Francisco 3 Colorado at L.A. Angels, late San Diego at Seattle, late Today’s games St. Louis (Wacha 5-0) at Cleveland (Bauer 2-1), 11:10 a.m.

Minnesota (Pelfrey 3-0) at Detroit (An.Sanchez 2-4), 12:08 p.m.

Kansas City (Guthrie 2-2) at Texas (Detwiler 0-4), 1:05 p.m.

N.Y. Yankees (Whitley 1-1) at Tampa Bay (E.Ramirez 0-1), 6:10 p.m.

Toronto (Hutchison 3-0) at Houston (R.Hernandez 1-3), 7:10 p.m.

Boston (J.Kelly 1-2) at Seattle (Elias 0-1), 9:10 p.m.

Friday’s games L.A. Angels at Baltimore, 6:05 p.m.

Cleveland at Texas, 7:05 p.m.

N.Y. Yankees at Kansas City, 7:10 p.m.

Tampa Bay at Minnesota, 7:10 p.m.

Toronto at Houston, 7:10 p.m.

Detroit at St. Louis, 7:15 p.m.

Chicago White Sox at Oakland, 9:05 p.m.

Boston at Seattle, 9:10 p.m.

Wednesday’s box score

WHITE SOX 4, BREWERS 2 Chicago

Milwaukee ab r h bi EHer 3b-2b 4 0 1 0 KDavis lf 3 0 1 0 Cotts p 0 0 0 0 Braun rf 4 0 1 0 CGomz cf 4 1 1 1 Lind 1b 3 0 0 0 Maldnd c 4 0 0 0 HGomz ss 4 1 2 0 Gennett 2b 2 0 0 0 JRog ph-3b 1 0 0 0 Nelson p 2 0 0 0 Kintzlr p 0 0 0 0 GParra ph-lf 1 0 1 1 Totals 32 4 9 4 Totals 32 2 7 2 Chicago 300 000 100 — 4 Milwaukee 000 000 011 — 2 DP–Chicago 2, Milwaukee 2. LOB–Chicago 7, Milwaukee 5. 2B–G.Beckham (2), H.Gomez (5). 3B–H.Gomez (2). HR–A.Garcia (3), LaRoche (4), C.Gomez (3). S–Quintana. SF–Me.Cabrera.

IP H R ER BB SO Chicago Quintana W,2-3 7 4 1 1 1 10 Petricka 1 2 0 0 0 0 Robertson S,7-8 1 1 1 1 1 2 Milwaukee Nelson L,1-4 6 2/3 8 4 4 2 3 Kintzler 1 1/3 0 0 0 2 2 Cotts 1 1 0 0 0 0 Quintana pitched to 1 batter in the 8th.

WP–Nelson.

T–3:07. A–29,679 (41,900). ab Eaton cf 3 Bonifac 2b 5 MeCarr lf 2 AGarci rf 4 LaRoch 1b 3 AlRmrz ss 4 GBckh 3b 4 Flowrs c 4 Quintan p 2 Petrick p 0 Shuck ph 1 Roertsn p 0

r 1 0 0 1 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0

h 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0

bi 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

NATIONAL LEAGUE East Division W L Pct New York 20 14 .588 Washington 19 16 .543 Miami 16 19 .457 Atlanta 15 19 .441 Philadelphia 12 23 .343 Central Division W L Pct St. Louis 23 10 .697 Chicago 18 15 .545 Cincinnati 17 17 .500 Pittsburgh 17 17 .500 Milwaukee 12 23 .343 West Division W L Pct Los Angeles 22 11 .667 San Diego 17 17 .500 San Francisco17 17 .500 Arizona 15 18 .455 Colorado 11 18 .379

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GB — 1½ 4½ 5 8½ GB — 5 6½ 6½ 12 GB — 5½ 5½ 7 9

Wednesday’s results Washington 9, Arizona 6 Cleveland 2, St. Louis 0 Philadelphia 3, Pittsburgh 2 Cincinnati 5, Atlanta 1 Miami 5, L.A. Dodgers 4 Chicago Cubs 2, N.Y. Mets 1 Chicago White Sox 4, Milwaukee 2 Houston 4, San Francisco 3 Colorado at L.A. Angels, 10:05 p.m.

San Diego at Seattle, 10:10 p.m.

Today’s games St. Louis (Wacha 5-0) at Cleveland (Bauer 2-1), 11:10 a.m.

Pittsburgh (Worley 2-2) at Philadelphia (Harang 3-3), 12:05 p.m.

N.Y. Mets (Niese 3-2) at Chicago Cubs (T.Wood 2-2), 1:20 p.m.

San Francisco (Lincecum 3-2) at Cincinnati (Cueto 3-3), 6:10 p.m.

Colorado (E.Butler 2-3) at L.A. Dodgers (B.Anderson 2-1), 9:10 p.m.

Washington (Fister 2-1) at San Diego (T.Ross 1-3), 9:10 p.m.

Friday’s games Pittsburgh at Chicago Cubs, 1:20 p.m.

Arizona at Philadelphia, 6:05 p.m.

Atlanta at Miami, 6:10 p.m.

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

San Francisco at Cincinnati, 6:10 p.m.

Detroit at St. Louis, 7:15 p.m.

Colorado at L.A. Dodgers, 9:10 p.m.

Washington at San Diego, 9:10 p.m.

CUBS 2, METS 1 New York

ab 4 3 4 2 3 4 0 4 3 3 0 0

r 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

h 1 2 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0

bi 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Chicago

ab r h bi Fowler cf 4 0 1 1 Bryant 3b 4 0 1 0 Rizzo 1b 2 0 1 0 Szczur pr 0 1 0 0 SCastro ss 4 0 1 0 MMntr c 2 0 1 0 Soler rf 4 0 0 0 Coghln lf 3 0 0 1 Hamml p 2 0 0 0 Castillo ph 1 0 0 0 Rosscp p 0 0 0 0 HRndn p 0 0 0 0 ARussll 2b 3 1 2 0 Totals 30 1 6 1 Totals 29 2 7 2 New York 000 001 000 — 1 Chicago 000 000 011 — 2 One out when winning run scored.

DP–New York 2, Chicago 2. LOB–New York 6, Chicago 7. 2B–Dan.Murphy (8), A.Russell (8). SB–Dan.Murphy (1). S– Flores.

IP H R ER BB SO New York Harvey 7 3 0 0 2 9 C.Torres L,1-2 1 4 2 2 1 0 Familia 1/3 0 0 0 1 1 Chicago Hammel 8 5 1 1 1 6 Rosscup 0 1 0 0 0 0 H.Rondon W,2-0 1 0 0 0 0 1 Rosscup pitched to 1 batter in the 9th.

C.Torres pitched to 3 batters in the 9th.

HBP–by Harvey (Rizzo), by Hammel (Duda, Duda). WP–C.Torres.

T–2:37. A–33,709 (40,929).

Grndrs rf DnMrp 3b Cuddyr lf Duda 1b Flores ss Plawck c Famili p Niwnhs cf DHerrr 2b Harvey p CTorrs p Monell c

INDIANS 2, CARDINALS 0 St. Louis

Cleveland ab r h bi ab r h bi Wong 2b 4 0 0 0 Kipnis 2b 2 1 1 0 MCrpnt 3b 4 0 0 0 CSantn 1b 1 1 0 0 Hollidy lf 0 0 0 0 Brantly lf 5 0 0 0 Kozma lf 2 0 0 0 Moss rf 4 0 3 1 JhPerlt ss 3 0 1 0 DvMrp dh 3 0 1 1 Heywrd rf 3 0 0 0 Chsnhll 3b 4 0 0 0 Molina c 3 0 0 0 Bourn cf 3 0 0 0 MAdms 1b 3 0 0 0 RPerez c 4 0 1 0 Rynlds dh 3 0 0 0 JRmrz ss 3 0 1 0 Bourjos cf 3 0 0 0 Totals 28 0 1 0 Totals 29 2 7 2 St. Louis 000 000 000 — 0 Cleveland 200 000 00x — 2 L O B – St. Louis 2, Cleveland 13.

2B–Jo.Ramirez (3). S–Dav.Murphy, Jo.Ramirez.

IP H R ER BB SO St. Louis Lackey L,2-2 5 1/3 5 2 2 5 2 Choate 1 2/3 1 0 0 0 0 Villanueva 1 1 0 0 1 1 Cleveland Kluber W,1-5 8 1 0 0 0 18 Allen S,5-6 1 0 0 0 0 1 HBP–by Choate (Kipnis), by Lackey (Kipnis), by Kluber (Holliday). WP–Lackey.

T–2:47. A–12,313 (36,856).

NBA playoffs CONFERENCE SEMIFINALS (Best-of-7; x-if necessary) Monday’s results Atlanta 106, Washington 101 Golden State 101, Memphis 84, series tied 2-2 Tuesday’s results Cleveland 106, Chicago 101, Cleveland leads series 3-2 Houston 124, L.A. Clippers 103, L.A. Clippers leads series 3-2 Wednesday’s results Atlanta 82, Washington 81, Atlanta leads series 3-2 Memphis at Golden State, late Today’s games Cleveland at Chicago, 7 p.m.

Houston at L.A. Clippers, 9:30 p.m.

Friday’s games Atlanta at Washington, 6 p.m.

Golden State at Memphis, 8:30 p.m.

Wednesday’s box score

HAWKS 82, WIZARDS 81 WASHINGTON (81) Pierce 3-9 2-2 11, Nene 4-11 1-1 9, Gortat 7-10 0-1 14, Wall 7-16 1-2 15, Beal 9-21 4-5 23, Porter 3-13 3-5 9, Gooden 0-4 0-0 0, Sessions 0-4 0-0 0. Totals 33-88 11-16 81.

ATLANTA (82) Carroll 4-11 1-2 10, Millsap 6-14 2-3 14, Horford 10-18 2-2 23, Teague 6-13 0-0 14, Korver 1-5 0-0 3, Antic 0-2 4-4 4, Bazemore 0-3 0-0 0, Schroder 3-12 0-0 6, Muscala 4-5 0-0 8. Totals 34-83 9-11 82.

Washington 19 28 15 19 — 81 Atlanta 23 18 22 19 — 82 3-Point Goals–Washington 4-17 (Pierce 3-6, Beal 1-5, Sessions 0-1, Porter 0-2, Wall 0-3), Atlanta 5-22 (Teague 2-3, Horford 1-1, Carroll 1-5, Korver 1-5, Antic 0-1, Bazemore 0-1, Schroder 0-3, Millsap 0-3).

Fouled Out–None. Rebounds–Washington 52 (Porter 10), Atlanta 59 (Horford 11).

Assists–Washington 20 (Wall 7), Atlanta 21 (Schroder 7). Total Fouls–Washington 17, Atlanta 17. Technicals–Pierce, Carroll. A–18,854 (18,729).

NHL playoffs SECOND ROUND (Best of 7) Wednesday’s result N.Y. Rangers 2, Washington 1, OT, N.Y. Rangers win series 4-3 CONFERENCE FINALS (Best-of-7) Saturday’s game Tampa Bay at N.Y. Rangers, noon Sunday’s game Chicago at Anaheim, 2 p.m.

Monday, May 18 Tampa Bay at N.Y. Rangers, 7 p.m.

Tuesday, May 19 Chicago at Anaheim, 8 p.m.

Wednesday, May 20 N.Y. Rangers at Tampa Bay, 7 p.m.

Thursday, May 21 Anaheim at Chicago, 7 p.m.

Friday, May 22 N.Y. Rangers at Tampa Bay, 7 p.m.

Saturday, May 23 Anaheim at Chicago, 7 p.m.

Wednesday’s box score

RANGERS 2, CAPITALS 1, OT Washington 1 0 0 0—1 N.Y. Rangers 0 1 0 1—2 First Period–1, Washington, Ovechkin 5 (Johansson, Backstrom), 12:50.

Second Period–2, N.Y. Rangers, Hayes 2 (Miller, McDonagh), 6:22 (pp).

Third Period–None.

First Overtime–3, N.Y. Rangers, Stepan 3 (Girardi, Yandle), 11:24.

Shots on Goal–Washington 15-7-6-8– 36. N.Y. Rangers 10-15-9-5–39.

Goalies–Washington, Holtby. N.Y. Rangers, Lundqvist. A–18,006 (18,006). T–3:05.

Transactions BASEBALL American League LOS ANGELES ANGELS — Agreed to terms with RHP Huston Street on a twoyear contract through 2017.

BASKETBALL National Basketball Association NBA — Assessed Cleveland G Matthew Dellavedova a technical foul for his role in a skirmish in Game 5 against Chicago and received an automatic $2,000 fine for the technical.

FOOTBALL National Football League ARIZONA CARDINALS — Signed LB Markus Golden and DE Rodney Gunter to four-year contracts.

BUFFALO BILLS — Released FB Corey Knox. Signed FB John Conner.

DETROIT LIONS — Signed RB Ameer Abdullah to a four-year contract and CB Chris Owens and WR Greg Salas.

Released WR Skye Dawson.

JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS — Signed WR Neal Sterling.

SAN DIEGO CHARGERS — Signed LBs Denzel Perryman and Kyle Emanuel, CB Craig Mager and DL Darius Philon.

TENNESSEE TITANS — Agreed to terms with DT Angelo Blackson, LB Deiontrez Mount, C Andy Gallik and WR Tre McBride.

MOTORSPORTS INDYCAR — Docked driver Helio Castroneves eight points for causing a wreck during the opening lap of last weekend’s Grand Prix of Indianapolis.

Fillies edge Panthers Skyhawks drop opener at national tourney

By SVM Sports Staff

Rachel Davis had two hits, including a double, drove in two runs and scored one to lead the Morrison softball team to a 6-5 win against visiting Erie-Prophetstown on Wednesday.

Emma Melton singled twice, drove in a run, and scored once for Morrison. Lauren Vos added an RBI triple.

Lauren Rice was the winning pitcher, though she did allow four runs (three earned) in 4 1/3 innings of relief of starter Lauren Pannier.

Erie-Prophetstown made things interestng with a three-run seventh inning. Ashley Davis drove in two runs for the

Panthers, while Emily Cox was 2-for-2 with a double, one RBI, and one run scored.

Kennah Meier was the losing pitcher.

Women’s softball

felfinger and Ricky Rank each had two hits. Brandon Burke was the winning pitcher.

Tim Clark had three hits for Amboy (5-21), and Carter Shaw added Lincoln Land 8, Sauk two, including a double.

Tennis V a l l e y 0 : The SkyUnited Township 3, Sterhawks opened play at the NJCAA Division II ling 2: Jack Nitz extended national tournament in his match winning streak Clinton, Mississippi with to 22 for the Golden Wara loss in five innings. riors in a home loss to the Panthers.

Baseball Nitz was a 6-1, 6-0 winNewman 10, Amboy 4: Nate Olson had three ner against Devin Martel.

The Golden Warhits, including a double, and drove in five runs as riors’ other point came the Comets handled the from the No. 1 doubles team of Lane Martells Clippers in Amboy.

Also for Newman (15- and Zak Khan, 6-4, 5-7 7), Shayne Allen doubled (10-7) winners against twice and drove in two Andray Golden and runs, and Dillan Hef- Thomas McGehee.

Dixon defense rests during blowout MOMENTUM

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Her first goal came in the blink of an eye, and the second was less than 3 minutes later. Both times she corraled the ball in the middle of the field and fired it past Cog goalie Madeline Ruehl.

Her third goal was a long-range shot that knifed through the GK defense and into the net to Ruehl’s right. It came at the 22:23 mark of the first half, and in between the second and third goals, the Duchesses (123-3) peppered the Cogs goal with shots.

“We’ve been mentally preparing for this game all week, and it was really important to come out and get that fast start,” junior forward and cocaptain Katie Provo said.

“We wanted to get the momentum quickly, so we went at them fast, and it worked out well.”

It could have been even worse for the Cogs. While Ruehl made a few nice saves, Dixon clanged three shots off the crossbar – in the first 15 minutes of the match.

Dixon finished the match with 32 shots – 16 in each half – and Ruehl did yeoman’s work in goal for the Cogs, making 21 saves. Ellie Provo faced just four shots and made three saves, with the Duchesses offense giving their vaunted and exceptional defense a rest for most of the contest.

“We know our defense is really good, but it was nice today to kind of give them a break,” Katie Provo said. “It was nice that Ellie

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Dixon’s Lauren Chacon (right) goes up for a header with Genoa-Kingston’s Kayleigh Engels and Katie McCluskey on Wednesday in Genoa. really didn’t have much to do back there [in goal].

We had great shape and spacing in our offense, and made some great passes and finished a lot of our shots.”

Already leading 3-0 by halftime, the Duchesses didn’t stop attacking after the break. Lauren Chacon’s strong run at the 32-minute mark of the second half resulted in an own-goal for Genoa-Kingston.

Chacon lost her balance on a shot attempt right in front of the goal, and by the time the sophomore had regained her footing, two of the Cogs fullbacks had collided trying to clear the ball. It rolled past a bewildered Ruehl into the net for a 4-0 lead.

Langloss struck again less than a minute later.

She started her run on the left side, worked into the middle and lifted a shot out of a crowd and into the upper lefthand corner of the net over a leaping Ruehl.

“Everybody did a really good job of getting the ball in front of the goal and keeping the pres-

sure on their defense,” Langloss said. “It’s nice to score a lot, but I hope the other girls can get into the act [on Friday].”

Dixon will take on Indian Creek at 4:15 p.m. Friday for the regional title.

It would be the first in program history for the Duchesses, who are the second-largest of the 137 1A teams this postseason; Dixon’s enrollment of 783 falls two below the 1A cutoff of 785, and ranks below only Charleston (785).

Genoa-Kingston coach Randy Tate, who saw Dixon beat his team three times this season, believes the Duchesses have a good chance if they attack the way they did Wednesday.

“Dixon’s is a very good team, and they handled everything we could throw at them today,” Tate said. “We didn’t come out the way we wanted, and they caught us flat-footed right from the beginning. Those two quick goals were really deflating, and hats off to Dixon for taking advantage of it.”

Comets’ Miller quiets Clippers’ bats CARDS

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Amboy parlayed the momentum from that win into a berth in the 1A state tournament; all the Comets could do was watch it happen and think about what could’ve been.

“We set a lot of team goals at the beginning.

Winning conference is obviously one of them, and beating Amboy is always a goal since they’re such a big rival,” said Newman first baseman Lakyn Waldschmidt, who had three hits Wednesday.

“Losing to them in regional last year and coming back to beat them today is outstanding.”

The Comets (13-9, 9-3) achieved both of those goals in a single swoop with the victory, prompting JD Waldschmidt to exclaim “Two birds, one stone!” to his players during the team’s postgame meeting. It was a fitting release of emotion after a

victory that has been frustratingly elusive.

“We lost to [Amboy] 4-1 earlier in the year; we left nine runners on base. I can go through the whole thing,” Waldschmidt said.

“They are a great team, a well-coached team, and they always play well against us.”

Waldschmidt played a gambler-like hunch Wednesday by putting Sam Miller in the pitcher’s circle instead of his daughter, Lakyn, his usual ace.

Miller responded by twirling a gem, allowing just six hits. She struck out four of the first 12 batters she faced, finishing with five strikeouts while walking three.

“I wanted to start out ahead [in the count] and not get too much of the plate,” Miller said. “I wanted to keep the ball away from them, and let my defense make plays.”

Miller wasn’t the only unlikely hero for the Comets. Morgan Ely, batting ninth in the order,

came through with a game-tying RBI single in the fifth with her team just seven outs from defeat. Sarah Trujillo, batting seventh, slapped a two-run, two-out double in the top of the sixth to give her team a 3-1 lead.

Newman added two more runs in the seventh on a double by Lakyn Waldschmidt, who said she was relieved to break out of a mini-slump Wednesday.

“I haven’t been hitting my best lately,” she said.

“I knew [Amboy pitcher Karlee Doege] had a good change-up. I wasn’t looking for a home run; I was just looking for solid contact to move the runners.”

Amboy (21-10, 9-3) took a 1-0 lead in the fourth inning when Kylie Highbarger drove home Kaitlyn Liebing with a single to right field. The Clippers’ lead didn’t last long, however, as a dropped third strike and an error with two outs set up Ely’s tying single.

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NASCAR SPRINT CUP

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This week’s racing schedules

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SPRINT CUP All-Star Race

NASCAR Sprint Cup

Site: Concord, North Carolina Schedule: Friday, Sprint Showdown practice (FS1, 11 a.m.), Sprint AllStar practice (FS1, 12:45 p.m.), Sprint Showdown qualifying (FS1, 3:30 p.m.); Sprint Showdown race, 6:15 p.m. (FS1); Saturday, qualifying (FS1, 6:30 p.m.); Race, 8 p.m. (FS1) Track: Charlotte Motor Speedway (oval, 1.5 miles) Race distance: Sprint Showdown, 20 laps, 30 miles. Sprint All-Star Race, 110 laps, 165 miles (four 25-lap segments and a 10-lap finale with only green-flag laps counting in the last segment) Last year: Jamie McMurray pulled away to win after a door-to-door battle with Carl Edwards.

Next race: Coca-Cola 600, May 24, Charlotte Motor Speedway, Concord, North Carolina

XFINITY 3M 250 Site: Newton, Iowa Schedule: Friday, practice; Saturday, practice, qualifying; Sunday, race,1 p.m. (FS1) Track: Iowa Speedway (oval, 0.875 miles) Race distance: 218.75 miles, 250 laps Next race: Hisense 300, May 23, Charlotte Motor Speedway, Concord, North Carolina.

CAMPING WORLD TRUCKS North Carolina Education Lottery 200 Site: Concord, North Carolina Schedule: Thursday, practice (FS1, 2-4 p.m., 6 p.m.); Friday, qualifying (FS1, 4:30 p.m.), race, 7:30 p.m. (FS1) Track: Charlotte Motor Speedway (oval, 1.5 miles) Race distance: 201 miles, 134 laps Next race: Lucas Oil 200, May 29, Dover International Speedway, Dover, Delaware.

INDYCAR Last week: Team Penske’s Will Power won the Grand Prix of Indianapolis on the track’s road course.

Next race: Indianapolis 500, May 24, Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Indianapolis.

FORMULA ONE Last week: Mercedes’ Nico Rosberg won the Spanish Grand Prix for his first victory of the year.

Next race: Monaco Grand Prix, May 24, Circuit de Monaco, Monte Carlo, Monaco.

NHRA Southern Nationals Site: Commerce, Georgia Schedule: Friday, qualifying; Saturday, qualifying (ESPN2, 8 p.m.); Sunday, final eliminations (ESPN2, 8 p.m) Track: Atlanta Dragway

AP

The crew for NASCAR driver Jimmie Johnson celebrates after winning Saturday at Kansas Speedway in Kansas City, Kan. Johnson’s gamble to stay on the track while other drivers pitted for gas proved good, as Johnson crossed the finish line first, running on fumes.

Gambling on gas Johnson throws caution to wind at Kansas Speedway he’s going to do, and he really didn’t say much, so I knew he was thinking hard. And I could KANSAS CITY, Kan. – The image Jimmie Johnson has culti- see most guys were favoring vated over the years is of a clean- down and trying to find their way cut, corporate pitchman, almost to the apron,” Johnson said. “He asked me what I wanted to do, the antithesis of the “good ‘ol boy” drivers from NASCAR’s col- and it just dawned on me: We’ve won two races, we’re locked in orful past. the Chase, points don’t matter.

His conservative driving style “It’s all about wins,” Johnson has delivered six championsaid. “I said, ‘Man, I feel like ships, one behind Richard Petty gambling.’” and Dale Earnhardt for most in It turned out to be the right call, Sprint Cup history. Johnson’s too. Harvick ran out of time tryNo. 48 Chevrolet is seemingly ing to chase Johnson down, and always in contention, whether he’s running at Talladega or Bris- the sport’s most dominant driver coasted on fumes to his third win tol or somewhere in between. of the season.

That’s what made his radio With a newfound cavalier chatter Saturday night raise attitude, Johnson could earn a some eyebrows. whole lot more.

While the rest of the leaders That’s because in the decided to pit in the closing laps past, NASCAR rewarded conat Kansas Speedway, all of them sistency over brilliance. That running low on fuel, Johnson was never more evident than in threw caution to the wind.

He told crew chief Chad Knaus 2003, when Matt Kenseth won the championship with 25 top-10 that he was going to stay on the track, gambling that he would be finishes and only one race win. able to hold off hard-charging Ryan Newman won eight times, Kevin Harvick and the rest of the but failed to finish six other field – and have enough gas to races. make it to the finish line.

Then came the Chase, which He would either win or lose, made accumulating points a litspectacularly. tle less important. So long as you “Usually Chad gives me some had enough to qualify for NASindication early in Turn 3 what CAR’s version of the playoffs, you

BY DAVE SKRETTA AP Sports Writer

could take a few risks.

Then before last season, the rules changed again to essentially guarantee drivers that won a race a spot in the Chase.

Suddenly, Johnson and others could take a far different approach on a week-by-week basis. Whereas Johnson may have pitted at Kansas and been content with a top-five finish and the points that came with it, winning became all that mattered.

“It was just kind of a gut feeling, and a split-second decision,” Johnson explained, “that we peeled right and pretty much everybody else went left.”

The only way Johnson was going to reach victory lane Saturday night was to stay on the track. Harvick had the better car, and Martin Truex Jr. and others were just as fast.

One of the best drivers in NASCAR history taking on a go-forbroke attitude?

That could make the rest of the “regular season” interesting.

Johnson is among the favorites heading into Saturday night’s All-Star race at Charlotte, which he’s won four times already.

After that comes the Coca-Cola 600, which Johnson won for the fourth time last year by passing Harvick late in the race.

AROUND THE TRACK

Darlington back in rotation NASCAR’s return to historic track set for Labor Day

BY PETER IACOBELLI AP Sports Writer

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Darlington Raceway president Chip Wile acknowledged that he gets antsy at times watching tracks host two, three or four Sprint Cup races since the last time NASCAR showed up at his place.

The payoff this Labor Day, Wile says, is well worth the wait.

The “Lady in Black” has gone without NASCAR’s stars since April 2014 when Kevin Harvick took the checkered flag. The circuit will return in September when the Southern 500 reclaims its once sacrosanct holiday weekend.

NASCAR shook up the schedule last fall, moving Darlington from a spring slot it held the previous 10 years back to Labor Day, where the race became one of the season’s crown jewels between 1950 and 2003.

The layoff of more than 16 months is unusual, Wile said. Some tracks, like Michigan and Pocono, will have hosted four Sprint Cup weekends since NASCAR last

1. Kevin Harvick 2. Martin Truex Jr. 3. Jimmie Johnson 4. Joey Logano 5. Dale Earnhardt Jr. 6. Brad Keselowski 7. Matt Kenseth 8. Jamie McMurray 9. Jeff Gordon 10. Kasey Kahne 11. Aric Almirola 12. Paul Menard 13. Ryan Newman 14. Kurt Busch 15. Denny Hamlin 16. Clint Bowyer 17. Danica Patrick 18. Carl Edwards 19. AJ Allmendinger 20. Casey Mears

437 391 389 375 360 343 331 328 317 313 312 306 305 292 284 272 270 265 259 242

NASCAR Xfinity 1. Ty Dillon 330 2. Chris Buescher 321 3. Chase Elliott 293 (tie) Darrell Wallace Jr. 293 5. Regan Smith 287 6. Brian Scott 286 7. Elliott Sadler 282 8. Ryan Reed 255 9. Daniel Suarez 254 10. Brendan Gaughan 249 11. Jeremy Clements 233 12. David Starr 229 13. J.J. Yeley 214 14. Ross Chastain 211 15. Landon Cassill 196 16. Dakoda Armstrong 194 17. Ryan Sieg 180 18. Blake Koch 174 19. Cale Conley 166 20. Brennan Poole 165

NASCAR Trucks 1. Matt Crafton 175 2. Tyler Reddick 158 3. Erik Jones 157 4. Johnny Sauter 153 5. Cameron Hayley 123 6. John Wes Townley 122 7. Timothy Peters 121 8. Justin Boston 114 9. Ray Black Jr. 112 10. Spencer Gallagher 111 11. Daniel Hemric 109 12. Ben Kennedy 101 13. James Buescher 100 14. Korbin Forrister 99 T14. Tyler Young 99

IndyCar 1. Juan Pablo Montoya 171 2. Will Power 166 3. Helio Castroneves 153 4. Scott Dixon 144 T4. Graham Rahal 144 6. Tony Kanaan 135 7. Josef Newgarden 129 T7. James Hinchcliffe 129 9. Sebastien Bourdais 123 10. Simon Pagenaud 101 T10. Carlos Munoz 101 12. Ryan Hunter-Reay 100 13. Marco Andretti 95 14. Charlie Kimball 89 15. Luca Filippi 85

Formula One 1. Lewis Hamilton 2. Nico Rosberg 3. Sebastian Vettel 4. Kimi Raikkonen 5. Valtteri Bottas 6. Felipe Massa 7. Daniel Ricciardo 8. Romain Grosjean 9. Felipe Nasr 10. Carlos Sainz Jr. 11. Max Verstappen T11. Nico Hulkenberg 13. Sergio Perez T13. Marcus Ericsson T13. Daniil Kvyat

111 91 80 52 42 39 25 16 14 8 6 6 5 5 5

NHRA AP

In a scheduling quirk, the Sprint Cup has not run at Darlington Raceway since April of 2014. The series will return to the historic track in its traditional spot on the schedule during Labor Day weekend. ran at Darlington.

“I don’t want to say it’s tough,” he said. “We’ve kept ourselves busy.”

The free time has given Darlington’s staff that chance to put on a celebration of the sport’s history, Wile said. Harvick and other Stewart-Haas Racing teams have already announced throwback paint schemes to honor Darlington’s return to Labor Day. Food stands will offer old favorites like pimento cheese sandwiches, fried green tomatoes and sausage perlo, a

sausage and rice dish.

The 1.366-mile eggshaped oval has recently hosted a marathon, several movie nights, blood drives and, this past weekend, held a concert to benefit the Darlington Education Foundation.

“Those are the things, at the end of the day, that don’t generate a lot of attention, but align us with the community,” Wile said.

Darlington has been a staple of the NASCAR community since Harold Brasington carved the track out of

some cotton and peanut fields in 1949. The next year, the Southern 500 was born and became one of NASCAR’s most coveted trophies, won by many of the sport’s greatest drivers.

In the age of supersized race arenas, though, there wasn’t as much call for a smallish (60,000 seats) country track. Darlington lost one of its two NASCAR weekends to realignment in the early 2000s, then saw its Labor Day date shifted first to California and then Atlanta.

Top Fuel 1. Tony Schumacher 474 2. Spencer Massey 441 3. Antron Brown 437 4. Shawn Langdon 406 5. Doug Kalitta 390 Funny Car 1. Ron Capps 431 2. Matt Hagan 425 3. Del Worsham 401 4. Robert Hight 397 5. Tommy Johnson Jr. 369 Pro Stock 1. Erica-Enders-Stevens 510 2. Jason Line 495 3. Greg Anderson 458 4. Chris McGaha 432 5. Rodger Brogdon 385 Pro Stock Motorcycle 1. Eddie Krawiec 192 2. Andrew Hines 180 3. Karen Stoffer 148 4. LE Tonglet 128 5. Hector Arana Jr. 116

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F11120354 WELLS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT LEE COUNTY- DIXON, ILLINOIS Wells Fargo Bank, NA successor by merger with Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, Inc as successor in interest to Norwest Mortgage, Inc. Plaintiff, vs.

Timothy D. Engelkes; Dena L. Engelkes; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants Defendant Property Address: 510 IL Route 2, Dixon, Illinois 61021 CASE NO. 12 CH 8 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE Public notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a judgment of said Court entered in the above-entitled cause on September 3, 2013, I, Sheriff, John Simonton of Lee County, Illinois, will hold a sale on June 18, 2015 , commencing at 10 AM, at the Old Lee County Courthouse, 112 E. 2nd Street, Dixon, IL 61021, to sell to the highest bidder or bidders the following described real estate, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy said decree, to-wit: Commonly known as: 510 IL Route 2, Dixon, Illinois 61021 P.I.N.: 16-07-01-300-005 First Lien Position; Single-Family Residence; Judgment Amount $75173.15 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 735 ILCS 5/15-1507 (c)(1)(H-1) AND (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), AND 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE PURCHASER OF THE PROPERTY, OTHER THAN A MORTGAGEE, SHALL PAY THE ASSESSMENTS AND LEGAL FEES REQUIRED BY SUBSECTIONS (g)(1) AND (g)(4) OF SECTION 9 AND THE ASSESSMENTS REQUIRED BY SUBSECTION (g-1) OF SECTION 18.5 OF THE ILLINOIS CONDOMINIUM PROPERTY ACT. Terms of Sale: CASH - 10% down at the time of sale and the balance due within 24 hours of the sale. All payments for the amount bid shall be in certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Lee County. The person to contact for information regarding this property is: Steven J. Lindberg at ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 West Diehl Road, Suite 120, Naperville, IL 60563 (866)4028661. For bidding instructions, visit www.alolawgroup.com 24 hours prior to sale.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

UNION COUNTY, ILLINOIS

Notice is hereby given by the Board of Education of Dixon Unit School District #170, Lee and Ogle Counties, State of Illinois, that a tentative amended budget for said school district for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2014, will be on file and conveniently available to public inspection at the Office of the Superintendent, 1335 Franklin Grove Road, Dixon, Illinois, during regular business hours. Notice is hereby given that a public hearing on said budget will be held at 6:30 p.m., on the 17th day of June, 2015 at the Board of Education meeting at the same location.

NO. 2015-P-36

RICHARD D. O'MALLEY, III,

IN PROBATE

DECEASED.

NOTICE OF DEATH INDEPENDENT ADMINISTRATION, AND CLAIM DATE

NOTICE IS GIVEN to creditors of the death of Richard D. O'Malley, III, temporarily of Sterling, Illinois, permanently of Jonesboro, Illinois. Letters of Office were issued on May 8, 2015, to Jennifer R. Goddard, 355 Shannon Lake Ln., Anna, Illinois 62906, as Independent Administrator, whose attorney is Elvis C. Cameron, 205B N. Main St., Anna, Illinois.

Within 42 days after the effective date of the original Order of admission, you may file a petition with the Court to require proof of the Will by testimony of the witnesses in open Court or other evidence, as provided by Section 5/6-21 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/6-21.)

You also have the right, under Section 5/8-1 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/8-1), to contest the validity of the Will by filing a petition with the Court within six (6) months after admission of the Will to probate.

The estate will be administered without Court supervision unless, under Section 5/28-4 of the Probate Act (Ill. Compiled Stat. 1992, Ch. 755, Par. 5/28-4), any interested person terminates Independent Administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the Clerk of this Court.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Clerk of this court at the Union County Courthouse, 309 W. Market St., Jonesboro, Illinois, or with the Independent Administrator, or both, on or before November 14, 2015, or if mailing or delivery of a notice from the Administrator is required by Section 5/18-3 of the Probate Act of the State of Illinois, the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered by the claimant to the Executor and to the attorneys within ten (10) days after it has been filed.

Dated: May 11, 2015.

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Josh Arduini, Secretary Board of Education Dixon Unit School District #170 May 14, 2015 LEGAL NOTICE A public hearing for Budget and Appropriation Ordinance #560 will be held Wednesday, May 27, 2015 at 5:45 P.M. at the Dixon Park District Office, 804 Palmyra St., Dixon, Illinois 61021.

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May 14, 21 & 28 2015 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS

Wells Fargo Bank, NA successor by merger with Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, Inc as successor in interest to Norwest Mortgage, Inc. Plaintiff, vs.

Timothy D. Engelkes; Dena L. Engelkes; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants Defendant Property Address: 510 IL Route 2, Dixon, Illinois 61021 CASE NO. 12 CH 8 NOTICE OF SHERIFF SALE Public notice is hereby given that in pursuance of a judgment of said Court entered in the above-entitled cause on September 3, 2013, I, Sheriff, John Simonton of Lee County, Illinois, will hold a sale on June 18, 2015 , commencing at 10 AM, at the Old Lee County Courthouse, 112 E. 2nd Street, Dixon, IL 61021, to sell to the highest bidder or bidders the following described real estate, or so much thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy said decree, to-wit: PARCEL NO. 1: PART OF LOT 2 OF ASSESSOR'S PLAT OF PART OF SECTIONS 1, 2, 11 AND 12 IN TOWNSHIP 21 NORTH, RANGE 8 EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, LEE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 1; THENCE NORTH 89°24'39" EAST ON THE NORTH LINE OF THE SAID SOUTHWEST QUARTER, 1137.51 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 13°20'00" EAST 491.91 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 57°50'00" WEST, 453.10 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 28°00'14" EAST, 562.16 FEET TO THE PRESENT NORTHERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF S.B.I. ROUTE NO. 6; THENCE SOUTH 67°25'35" WEST ON THE RIGHT OF WAY LINE, 66.30 FEET; THENCE NORTH 28°00'14" WEST 202.46 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 62°29'58" WEST 394.48 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 64°57'59" WEST, 220.91 FEET TO THE WESTERLY LINE OF SAID LOT 2; THENCE NORTH 29°45'08" WEST ON THE SAID WESTERLY LINE 112.33 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING OF THE TRACT BEING DESCRIBED; THENCE NORTH 65° 14'46" EAST, 224.40 FEET; THENCE NORTH 28°00'14" WEST, 206.85 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 63°45'46" WEST, 230.29 FEET TO THE SAID WESTERLY LINE OF LOT 2; THENCE SOUTH 29°45'08" EAST, 201.32 FEET TO THE SAID POINT OF BEGINNING. PARCEL NO. 2: AN EASEMENT 25 FEET IN WIDTH FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED PROPERTY; THENCE SOUTH 28°00'14" EAST, 271 FEET TO THE NORTHERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF S.B.I. ROUTE NO. 6; THENCE WESTERLY ON THE SAID NORTHERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE 25 FEET; THENCE NORTH 28° 00'14" WEST, 271 FEET MORE OR LESS TO A POINT ON THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID ABOVE DESCRIBED PROPERTY; THENCE NORTH 65° 14'46" EAST ON SAID SOUTH LINE, 25 FEET TO THE SAID POINT OF BEGINNING, SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF LEE, IN THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 510 IL Route 2, Dixon, Illinois 61021 P.I.N.: 16-07-01-300-005 First Lien Position; Single-Family Residence; Judgment Amount $75173.15 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c) (1)(H-1) AND (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), AND 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT THE PURCHASER OF THE PROPERTY, OTHER THAN A MORTGAGEE, SHALL PAY THE ASSESSMENTS AND LEGAL FEES REQUIRED BY SUBSECTIONS (g)(1) AND (g)(4) OF SECTION 9 AND THE ASSESSMENTS REQUIRED BY SUBSECTION (g-1) OF SECTION 18.5 OF THE ILLINOIS CONDOMINIUM PROPERTY ACT. Terms of Sale: CASH - 10% down at the time of sale and the balance due within 24 hours of the sale. All payments for the amount bid shall be in certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Lee County. The person to contact for information regarding this property is: Steven J. Lindberg at ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 West Diehl Road, Suite 120, Naperville, IL 60563 (866)402-8661. For bidding instructions, visit www.alolawgroup.com 24 hours prior to sale.

This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 120 Naperville, IL 60563-4947 630-453-6960 866-402-8661 630-428-4620 (fax) Attorney No. Cook 58852, DuPage 293191, Kane 031-26104, Peoria 1794, Winnebago 3802, IL 03126232 R410 May 14, 21, 28, 2015

ESTATE OF DENNIS L. BONNETTE, Deceased.

No. 15 P 39 Notice to Heirs and Legatees Notice is given to Brett Bonnette, heir and legatee; Justin Bonnette, heir; Jay Bonnette, heir, who are heirs or legatees in the above proceeding to probate a will and whose name or address is not stated in the petition to admit the will to probate, that an order was entered by the court on April 15, 2015 admitting the will to probate.

Within 42 days after the effective date of the original order of admission you may file a petition with the court to require proof of the will by testimony of the witnesses to the will in open court or other evidence, as provided in section 6-21 of the Probate Act of 1975 (755 ILCS 5/621).

You also have the right under section 8-1 of the Probate Act of 1975 (755 ILCS 5/8-1) to contest the validity of the will by filing a petition with the court within 6 months after admission of the will to probate.

Circuit Clerk, Fourteenth Judicial Circuit Whiteside County, Illinois Morrison, Illinois 61270 Attorney John E. Miller MILLER, LANCASTER & WALKER, P.C. Attorneys for the Representatives 15 East Third Street, P.O. Box 535 Sterling, IL 61081 (815) 625-0600 May 7, 14, 21, 2015 CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS ESTATE OF LEONA L. BLUHM, Deceased.

No. 15 P 44 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of LEONA L. BLUHM. Letters of Office were issued to THOMAS A. BLUHM, 805 Garfield Street, Rock Falls, Illinois, as Independent Representative, whose attorneys are WARD, MURRAY, PACE & JOHNSON, P.C., 202 E. 5th Street, Sterling, Illinois 61081.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of Court, Whiteside County Courthouse, 200 East Knox Street, Morrison, Illinois 61270, or with the Representative, or both, on or before November 9, 2015, and any claim not filed within that period is barred.

Copies of a claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the Representative and to the attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed.

Dated this 1st day of May, 2015.

Thomas A. Bluhm Independent Representative James L. Reese WARD, MURRAY, PACE & JOHNSON, P.C. Attorneys for Estate 202 E. 5th Street | P.O. Box 400 Sterling, IL 61081-0400 (815) 625-8200 May7, 14, 21, 2015

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While we attempt to screen advertising with potential fraud, it is impossible to screen all potential problems.

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HALO currently has the following Full Time positions available: • Collections Representative • Customer Service Representative • Billing Coordinator • Credit Analyst Strong computer, typing & communication skills, ability to provide outstandingcustomerservice,desiretoworkwithateam&learnrequired.

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Read complete descriptions/ requirements & apply at www.halo.com/careers.

EEO (M/F/V/D)

Huge Plant Sale Perennials 1,000-Plants $4.97 ea.

Larger Plants & shrubs available Many Proven Winners Limited Quantities May 14 -May 17 Thurs. & Fri. 11-5 Sat. & Sun. 11-3 6154 S. Daysville Rd., Oregon Just North of Flagg Rd. Extremely Important-No Early birds Please!

DIXON GARAGE SALES 624 Fri. & Sat 7am-4pm 501 Eells Ave Marty's Rummage & Bake Sale Rain or Shine!

Clothes, Baby items,Lazy Boy recliner, beauty shop items, antiques, retro, shabby, chic, grill w/side burner, old metal bed, lg.

Pressure cooker, air purifiers, new offset patio umbrella, Hosta, double deep fryer, Marty's Kitchen Baked Goods, breads, cin. Rolls, table of fruit pies, incl. Fresh Strawberry; muffins, ect.

Pulled Pork & half price jelly + jam, Please no early sales.

DIXON GARAGE SALES 624

DIXON GARAGE SALES 624

Fri. & Sat. 8-3 534 Palmyra Rd (1½ mi from Shell) Jr's & Mens, Home décor, DVD's, paperbacks, Xbox games, nail gun, fishing poles, 2 way radio's, tile saw, & much more!

Fri. 8-5 & Sat. 8-12 Neighborhood Sales 1209 Robin Rd. Folding camp chairs, new fire pit, rocker, bird cage, coolers, holiday & household items, clothing & purses.

Fri. & Sat. 7-4pm 462 Kilgore Rd Multi-Family Moving Sale Ford Taurus X '08 Snow Blower 2 stage (YM), Bushe Desk (Staples), Wooden Porch Rocking Chair – New, Electric Fireplace, Longenburger, Purses (Coach, Duney,Stone Mount.) Antique Glassware, Kitchenware, Misc. baseboard pieces, Joint Comp., Working US Cellular Flip Phones, Adult Clothes (all sizes), Too Much To List!!

Fri. 8 am 2 pm 1124 Institute Blvd Boys, Girls & Adult Clothes, Toys, Home Items, Wooden Rocking Chair.

Fri. 8-2 Sat. 8-1 1832 W. 1st St. (in alley) Girls Jr. clothes L -XL, household items, misc.

No Early Sales

Fri. only, 8-Noon 599 Palmyra Rd. White peach trees, thornless blackberry, rhubarb, pond gold fish, antiques, and misc.

Friday 7:30-4pm 417 Apple Crafts, Homemade Signs, Home décor, gardening stuff, plants, movies, womens clothes 2x-3x, Lots of Misc.

LYNDON GARAGE SALES 624 Fri. & Sat. 8-5 101 3rd Ave West Large amount of including Tools, band saw, some antiques & collectibles.

MORRISON GARAGE SALES 624 Thursday 3-6 & Saturday 8-3 501 N. Orange St. Casio WK200, jewelry, pool rafts, Emmett Kelly, Christmas Villages, purses, & misc.

Please Apply at: Heritage Square 620 N. Ottawa Dixon, IL EOE NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!

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COIN & CURRENCY ONLINE ONLY AUCTION ENDS MAY 17TH 6PM 180 + LOTS Silver Dollars, Peace Dollars, Key Date Coins, Comm. Coins, Graded Coins, CURRENCY MORE! Hall's Auction Compay Hallsauctionco.hibid.com 217-213-7010 HARVEY AUCTION OPEN NOW Hours: Mon-Sat. 9am to 4pm Accepting items now for upcoming sale on May 30th 815-213-0193 (Galt)

Find your dream home!

Read Sauk Valley Classifieds real estate section and Real Estate Weekly on Thursdays.

2nd Shift CNA or DSP ( Full or Part Time) New Shift Differential Plan

Exceptional Care & Training Center is an 84 bed skilled/ DD facility with a positive living and work environment; experienced, reliable staff; and an outstanding survey history. Compensation includes competitive rate of pay, commensurate with experience; shift differential; paid time off. Other job opportunities include: • Housekeeping Services 5a-1p • Direct Support Person Training Program 2601 Woodlawn Road Sterling, 61081 exceptional-care.org info@ectcl.com

Full Time Universal Banker

Provide sales & administrative support to sales executive by extensive phone contact with manufacturers & clients; provide price quotes, create presentations, enter orders, obtain virtual samples, obtain clients approval for proofs, artwork, & embroidery.

SPECIAL SALES 620

Midland States Bank is seeking a Universal Banker for our Sterling Branch. Candidates must be driven, energetic, and customer focused. The Universal Banker will be responsible for opening new accounts and teller activities. Prior cash handling and customer service experience is required. Bi-lingual in Spanish preferred.

Must be available to work 40 hours per week and Saturdays.

All interested applicants please visit the Careers page of our website at midlandsb.com and fill out an online application.

Northern Illinois Home Medical Supply has an opening for

a Retail Coordinator/Inventory Control at our Sterling location. This individual will be responsible for retail and rental inventory and for billing of medical products and services for customers with insurance coverage. Also coordinates all invoices, purchase orders and packing lists. Candidate must maintain professional storefront appearance and will assist with retail customers and phone calls on a daily basis.

Position is full-time days, includes some Saturday mornings and has a very competitive benefits package.

Requirements for this position include: Compassion and patience for each individuals needs along with EXCELLENT customer service skills, a positive attitude, trustworthiness, ability to multi-task, and confidentiality is a priority. You must have the ability to work independently and in a fun-filled team environment. Education equivalent to high school diploma, strong personal computer skills, and the ability to lift up to approximately 40 lbs. daily. Medical terminology, Medicare/Public Aid/Insurance billing knowledge and experience in a durable medical equipment operation is a plus.

You may mail or drop off a resume to Northern Illinois Home Medical Supply at 2600 North Locust Street, Suite A, Sterling, IL 61081 or stop in for an application.

Emailed resumes can be sent to Melissa.Shep ppard@ @nihms.com.

Deadline for all applicants is Monday, May 18th, 2015.

Territory Sales Representative Base salary plus commission Culligan of Dixon is currently seeking a motivated sales representative to sell our well known, high quality products in homes. FT Plus benefits.

Send resume to kthomas@uswatercomppanyy.com or fax 866-649-5835

Quality Analyst Work for a dynamic, innovative and growing World-Class automotive supplier! BorgWarner is currently accepting resumes for an Hourly Quality Analyst on 1st shift. If you are selfmotivated and are committed to continuous learning, professional growth and success, please read on…

Our Quality Analysts manage the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) which includes preparing, compiling, and submitting required documentation to our customers.

Maintain customer required documentation, systems and data. The ability to address customer needs in order to maximize customer satisfaction.

Successful candidates must have experience, strong knowledge and abilities in the following areas: blueprint reading, GD&T and metrology equipment. Strong organizational, problems solving, verbal and written communication skills. Microsoft office skills and PC literacy are required. Experience with ISO/TS 16949 Quality System preferred. Qualified candidates must have a related Associate’s Degree or equivalent technical training and/or a minimum of 3-5 years of related Quality Assurance experience.

Our work environment values learning, team work, innovation and continuous improvement. Professional development is supported through a generous educational assistance policy. We offer a very competitive compensation and benefits package, including a savings and investment plan with company match.

For immediate consideration please submit your resume to….

BorgWarner Emissions Systems Attention: Human Resources awolcott@borgwarner.com Dixon, IL 61021 EEOC

Wahl Clipper Corporation who manufacturers in Sterling IL and in the countries of Hungary, China, the UK and Germany is looking for a Facilities Manager to manage our Sterling facility. This position is responsible for managing the design, planning, construction and maintenanceofequipment,machinery,buildingsandotherfacilities.

The Manager works with multiple projects that affect the efficiency, comfort and safety of the overall organization. The Manager works in strict confidentiality in regard to contractor bids, project costs and equipment operation/manufacturing processes.

This person must keep current in regard to wiring codes, building codes, ADA structural/remodeling requirements, OSHA and EPA regulations, and the deregulation/efficient use of utilities.

LOCATION: Sterling, IL •Prioritize and schedule work assignments and employees •Coordinate projects and outside contractors, and may serve as general contractor on major projects.

•Design, building and/or acquisition of new equipment.

•Work with the alarm detection service, fire department, local law enforcement officials and utility companies in regard to security and safe operation of facilities.

•Monitor facilities and equipment to ensure structural, safe and efficient operation and is subject to calls 24/7.

•Ensures the safety and environmental well-being of all employees and make certain the Company is OSHA compliant. .

The ideal candidate is able to work cross-functionally with individuals at all levels of the organization. Externally, the Manager has contact with utility providers, contractors, vendors, fire department, law enforcement officials and various government agencies

The successful candidate must have a strong mechanical aptitude with a working knowledge in electrical/mechanical systems. Construction bidding and contract administration. Must know wiring codes, building codes, ADA and OSHA and EPA regulations. BS degree in facilities management is preferred. Experience in environmental conservation and alternative energy sources is a plus.

Wahl Clipper Corporation Email: djones@wahlclipper.com www.wahl.com EOE/M/F/Disabled/Vets

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This is your chance to be a part of a winning team!

OPEN INTERVIEWS: Monday, May 18th from 9:00am - 5:00pm at Casa Willis, 910 Woodburn Ave., Sterling, IL 61081 Woodburn Court., is looking for dedicated people to provide quality care for our special people. Our organization is part of the largest privately owned residential service provider to adults with developmental disabilities in Illinois and we want you to join our team.

We are interviewing for the following positions (CNA is not required, but is a plus) • DSP • Great opportunities • All Shifts for career seekers in • Nurse the human services • Cooks field • Many part-time positions have potential for full time ✓ On-going training We offer: and support ✓ Paid Training ✓ Small Client to ✓ Competitive pay Staff Ratios ✓ Benefits packages ✓ Free Meals Be prepared to fill out an application. Applicants must have a HS diploma or GED and a Valid Driver’s License

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OREGON GARAGE SALES 624 Fri. 9-5 & Sat. 9-4 Huge Oregon Estate Sale

730 Chinquapin Dr. Cash Only, Entry numbers Friday 8:15 a.m.

Fabulous art known by known Artist, Lladro nativity set, danish modern furniture, Ansyley collectibles.

Royal Doulton, Sherwood, AIWA, Sony stereo equ.

Newer Maytag washer & dryer, book shelves, nice microfoam sofa & recliner, 2 hospital beds, Yardmen 17 HP lawn tractor rebuilt engine, pressure washer, walk behind trimmer, snow blower, hand made mini.

Soldiers and village, oak wood working tool cabinet, tools, ladders, vintage compact lap top, Dyecast cars, John Wayne plates and picture, first addition books, including 1877 gathering of the willows, 1880 Unity on the Bounty, Oz series guitar & ukulele bedroom furniture, vintage toys & many small collectibles, too much to list!!!!

For over 100 pictures please visit our site at: www.estatesale.com

Downsizers Estate Sales 815-766-1611

ROCK FALLS GARAGE SALES 624 Fri. & Sat. 8-3 1402 14th Ave. Rain or Shine Womens, mens, M, Lg. & XL. Baskets galore, oak church pews & misc items.

Fri. & Sat. 8-4 1507 13th Ave. Antique furniture, collectibles, tools, men's clothing & misc.

Fri. & Sat. 8-?

609 Marsha Lane 2 electric counter top stoves, refrigerator, welding lamps, equip., toys, clothing, linens, & misc.

Fri. 8-5 Sat. 8-2 612 Marsha Lane 24 mo. - 3T girl's & 3T - 4T boy's clothes, children's shoes & boots, winter children's & snowcoats pants.

Tons of toys! Adult clothes, Up! Stampin' Stamp sets & access., quilt rack, Graco stroller, & VHS DVDs tapes, housewares, plants, much more!

Fri. 8:30-2:30 Sat. 8-12 28469 Bertha Drive (off of Buell Rd.) In Shed New Primitive and holiday décor, baby furniture, motorcycle bag, girls 0-2T, boys S-M, Juniors, womens, misc. items Fri. 8am-7pm Sat. 8am-2pm 26874 Nathan Rd. Longaberger, Scentsy, 31, toys, games, children's books, shoes, housewares, holiday items. Girls clothes 10-small adult & boys 4-7.

Thurs. & Fri., 7-5 703 W. 19th St. Multi Family Sales brand name clothing; baby-men's, books, videos, holiday décor, rugs, toys, entertainment center, blankets, household items & misc.

ROCK FALLS GARAGE SALES 624 Friday 8-?

1011 Charles St. Multi Family (we have too much stuff sale!)

Trampoline, dog training crate, small cat carrier, antique headboard & foot board, vanity set & brown recliner, racks of BRAND NEW with tags Gymboree baby boy & girls clothing, women's plus sz. Clothing, jr. and women's swim wear, toys, games, DVD's, Wii games, Nintendo DS games, books, curtains, household & kitchen items, lots of misc. items. Something for everyone.

Friday 8-?

Community Center

601 W 10th St. Huge 15 Family Sale Tons and tons of clothes ext. cond.

Jeans, boys, girls, womens jrs., name brand clothes, Hollister, Amer. Eagle, Abercrombie, Baby Gap, Carter, & First Moments. shoes, formal dresses, car seats, Tupperware & misc.

Friday Only! 8-4 1107 Holland Dr. Off Dixon Ave. Start your Rummage Shopping with free coffee & donuts!

Do not Miss ! Summer, Fall, Winter clothing. Girl sz. 18 mo.-3T, girls 6-8.

Boys 18mo.-3T & 4-5, Womens, Jrs., mens, tons of shoes, Little Tykes, work bench, cotton candy maker, lots of items! Great condition Guaranteed best prices!

Thurs. 4:40 -7, Fri. & Sat. 9-3 28913 Bertha Dr. Take Rt 40 S., turn R at 2nd Rd. past the airport.

Name brand clothing, girls 4T-12, Boys 10/12 & 14/16, Jr. mens L & XL, 30/32, kids shoes, ladies dress shoes 11 & ladies plus XL-2XL, Davidson Harley clothes, homemade crafts and supplies, knives, kids books & misc.

Thurs., Fri., Sat. 7:30am-4pm 614 W. 13th St. Electrical breaker boxes, fittings, etc.

Tools, lawn mowers, home décor, old farm literatureads and misc.

STERLING GARAGE SALES 624 Fri. & Sat. 8-1 1101 3rd Avenue Moving Sale!

Everything Must Go!!

Furniture, couches., lots of shelving, huge collecsnowman tion, lots of books & knickknacks, Depression & Carnival Glass, kitchen & canning supplies.

Fri. & Sat. 8-1 1304 Waters Court Jr. & Miss clothing, shoes, purses, craft items, Holiday décor, 2 small dog cages, portable yarn on cones, 2, 3 & 4 ply, men's golf clubs & bag, old quilts hand quilted, gift wrap, old table top radio, white board shelf and lots more!

Fri. 3-8 Sat. 8-3 25731 Indian Ridge Rd. Housewares, snow blower, tv, VCR & players, VHS scrubs M-L, women's clothing 9-14, teen L-XL, women's shoes 7-7½, frames, purses, books, leather jackets, (men & women) home décor, speakers.

STERLING GARAGE SALES 624 Fri. 8-12 Sat. 7-1 1402 East 18th St. Books, pet beds and play tower, scrap booking, stamps, jewelry, GPS systems, records, craft kits, car dolly, patio heater, CDs, DVDs, housewares, cigar humidor, walker, exercise equipment, cookbooks, decorator items, antique radios, homegrown catnip.

Fri. 8-3 & Sat. 8-12

1706 39th Ave. Nautica Comforter Set, Nordic Track, Antique furn., Lg. Capel area rugs, “Old” hand stitched quilt, lg. Decorative mirrors (new in the box) Jenny Lynn baby crib, Inversion table, Christmas décor, decorative wood curtain rods, Hoover steam carpet cleaner, ceiling lights (some with fans) decor items.

Fri. 8-4 Sat. 8-1 1405 E. 36 th St. Roundtuits Annual Sale Vacuum cleaner, 2 walking golf carts, upholstered chair, artwork, toys, CDs, ceramic pots, jewelry, collector bear All Proceeds Given to Local Charities.

Fri., 9-5 and Sat., 9-2 2206 E. 23rd St. Lots of boys and womens clothes, shoes, home décor, toys, and lots of misc.

Fri.-Sun. 8-5 1821 3rd Ave. Indoor Estate Sale 67 yrs. of accumulated items Some furniture, misc. odds & ends Friday 3:30-7:30 Saturday 8-12 1702 16th Ave. Many DVDs, CDs, cookbooks, books, fabric, yarn, crafts, sewing patterns, boy's & girl's name brand clothes, women's clothes, sectional couch, furniture, vintage baby chair/ clothing, birdhouses, squirrel feeders, decorative picket fences, & misc.

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

Find your dream home!

Read Sauk Valley Classifieds real estate section and Real Estate Weekly on Thursdays.

CELEBRITY CIPHER

by Luis Campos Celebrity Cipher cryptograms are created from quotations by famous people, past and present.

Each letter in the cipher stands for another.

TODAY’S CLUE: J equals V “C T A J H E H C D F R I B B C H O . C P ’ M M A F B H I P PA N C D O P Z I P A D H M K H W C I T K H B M A D L A S Y I D P PA I D D A L N A B P Z H BHMP AN LASB TCNH.” -- BCPI BSODHB Previous Solution: “When I was a boy the Dead Sea was only sick ... you can’t help getting older, but you don’t have to get old.” -- George Burns (c) 2015 by NEA, Inc., dist. by Universal Uclick 5-14

Astrograph You are feeling full of energy Thursday, May 14, 2015 Don’t be too quick to judge others or make snap decisions.

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TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Someone will try to discredit you. Keep all of your business dealings open and aboveboard.

This is not a good time to lend or borrow money or break any rules or regulations.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Keep adding to your skills.

The more you know, the better your chances of advancement.

You will discover a way to masterfully market a skill or service.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- Confusion or indecision will cause you to reconsider your vocation. If you aren’t moving in the right direction, it’s time to plot a new course. Be aware of the available options.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -Love and romance will soothe your troubled mind. Spend quality time with someone

special to counter daily pressures.

A brief getaway will give you a new lease on life.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -Easy money is headed your way through an inheritance, rebate, old debt or settlement. Don’t spend it rashly. An unanticipated expense will set you back quickly.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -With drive and determination, you can outmaneuver any opponent. Don’t expect to get results if you sit back. Put your ideas out there and follow through on them. Romance is looking hot.

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The more activities you are involved in, the more allies you will gain. Feel free to share your ideas. The results will be worth the effort involved.

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19) -- Family demands will cause headaches. Promptly deal with any issues that arise. Letting unpleasant situations fester will lead to unnecessary distress and a loss of trust. Proceed with caution.

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PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- You may be called upon to put in extra time and work for a colleague. Don’t complain. Your superiors will be impressed with your willingness and versatility.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -Thorough research will uncover valuable information. Financial gains are possible if you use your intuition, knowledge and experience. A past acquaintance will want to resume contact.

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Friday 9-3 1712 19th Avenue Kitchen, bath, clothing, CDs, makeup, yard decorations, craft materials, 25¢ grab bags, Longaberger and more.

Friday only, 8-4 1105 W. 7th St. 3-Family Sale Queen size headboard, luggage, board games, bicycles, Longaberger baskets, Beanie Babies, kitchen items, electronics, lots of household goods, womens & mens name brand clothing.

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES 705 I Buy: Antiques, collectibles, toys, post cards, etc.

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Antique dark wood desk w/drop down top. Good cond. $75. 815-535-0568 King size adjustable bed by Leggett & Platt, 2 remotes (1 wireless). As is. Smoke free home. $1800.

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Mattress sets: Twin $99, Full $129, Queen $159, King $199. Will deliver! Kern Mattress Outlet, call 309452-7477.

Vintage cedar chest with bottom drawer & cushion.

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NEW TODAY Wood kitchen table w/ benches; Wood kitchen w/ 4 chairs; $100 each 815-288-6837

PETS & PET SUPPLIES 775 Cat- neutered male Aprox. 3yrs old.

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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.

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2009 Chevrolet Cobalt LT 4dr Sedan w/ 1LT – $7,900 Gerdes Auto & Truck (866) 880-4392 2001 GMC Sierra 2500HD SLE 4dr Extended Cab 4WD SB – $7,900 Gerdes Auto & Truck (866) 880-4392 2008 Ford Edge SE SUV – $11,900 Gerdes Auto & Truck (866) 880-4392 2010 Honda

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3 wheel electric Club Runner golf bag carrier, new battery, runs well. $250 815-2257565

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4,000 oak kitchen cabinets in stock.

Builder Discount 815-626-4561 5,000 Bags of fertilizer, mulch, lawn care.

Crabgrass preventer $20.

Builder Discount 626-4561 500 gal. Diesel SKID Tank for Storage $100 815-456-2175

NEW TODAY

Antique Wooden Trunk, large. Good condition $85 815-652-7655 Black dirt for sale, 6 tons $135 delivered. Call 815-590-2181.

Brand new swimming pools in box sizes from 10 ft 30” to 20 ft 48”. Prices from $50 to $425 Call: 815-440-0448 Char-Broil Gas Grill, electronic ignition, 2 burners, LP filled tank, incl., like new $75 815772-3224 Driveway sealing Call Shawn VonHolten, Fritz Asphalt Service, 815-499-2940 Get started making wine (equip. & supplies). $100.

815-625-6587

Looking to buy older Skid Loader.

563-212-7699

MISCELLANEOUS 796 FOR SALE

MISCELLANEOUS 796 FOR SALE

52” Wooden Wagon Wheel table, $300 815-4990351

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FARM EQUIPMENT

2013 Kubota L3240 hydro 4x4 loader cab 7ft blade. 75 hrs. will take a trade in or $22,500 OBO. Blue Book $29,700 815-379-2541 John Deere 3520 diesel 115 hrs. w/ #300CX loader and King Kutter rotary mower. 815-6254461 or 815-4414933

CLASSIC CARS

904

1950 Chevy Deluxe, 4 door. $9500/ obo. Many extra parts. Call 815-625-4364 1967 Mustang, 6 cyl. Auto, runs & drives, good project car $4500 815-622-8176 1979 Ford Ranchero Broughm ps-pb-ps-cc - factory a/c- 302 great show vehicle, looks & runs great $5300 815-501-7252

Surger Sewing Machine, $50 815625-0994

1987 Ford Mustang GT convertible, runs & drives good. $3,500 815631-1534

Twin sz. Hospital bed with memory foam mattress. $700 815-336-2317 or 815-590-6295 Twin, full, queen, king beds. Dryer, blk. dbl. reclining sofa, recliner, side by side refrig, table & chairs, sofa, dresser, 4pc. sectional, twin elec. hospital bed. 815718-4385.

Luggage, black, upright, used only once, asking $50 815-535-0774

HAY & STRAW

825

Grass mix hay, nice size bales, $3.00. Call 815-284-0461

AUTOMOBILES

905

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1999 Cadillac DeVille, $3500, 815-946-2074.

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2010 Chevrolet Impala LT 4dr Sedan – $9,999 Majeski Motors (815) 625-9600

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2011 Nissan Sentra 2.0 S 4 – $12,987 Majeski Motors (815) 625-9600

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2013 Ford Fiesta SE – $12,987 Majeski Motors (815) 625-9600 2012 Chevrolet Cruze LT – $14,987 Majeski Motors (815) 625-9600

855

•Small upright freezer. $100 •White quilters Dream Horn cabinet sewing machine cabinet.

815-626-7123

Golf Skycaddie 2.5 extras $30 815626-2507

(1) Roll R-13 3 ½ X 23 X 23' Insulation (2) 2 X 4 X 8' $23 815-288-1999

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2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTZ – $19,800 Vaessen Bros (866) 909-3894 2004 Isuzu Rodeo S 4dr SUV – $5,700 Gerdes Auto & Truck (866) 880-4392

784

Above ground pool accessories: vacuum head/hose extend. pole; in pool steps w/hand rail; Hayward motor/pump; sand filter & valve; skimmer; chlorinator. All 5 star cond. $320 total pkg. Call 815626-5665 or 815631-3631.

Pet Mate Dog House for Med-Lg Dogs; like new $40 815-284-7954

LAWN MOWERS

781

Agri Fab 20 gal. broadcast spreader, like new $160 815-535-0568

Free kittens to good indoor homes, various colors. 815-5358657.

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AUTOMOBILES

905

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2007 Saturn Ion 4dr. Sedan. 5Spd. Manual, A/C, well maintained. Great gas mi. $5,000 815-632-0780

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2011 Chevrolet Corvette, Torch red, black leather, automatic heads up display. 16K mi. $39,500 OBO. Call 815-631-9600

13571 Lincoln Rd. (Rte 30 West) Morrison, Illinois

815-772-3215

2012 Honda Accord 4DR, EXL, V6, loaded & mint condition $18,500 815-946-3572

USED AUTOS 2015 Chevrolet Silverado Crew Cab, 4x4

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2014 Ford Mustang Convertible

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22014 GM GMC MC Terrain Terr rain - Big Sa Savings i s 2014 20 14 Ch Chevrolet hevrolet Equinox Equi E inox - Bi Big SSavingss 2013 Kia Optima SX LTD Turbo, Low Miles

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2009 Chevrolet hevrole SSilverado ilveeraddo Reg. C R Cab,

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32,000 Miles

2008 Buick Lucerne CXL 2008 Buick Enclave 2005 Toyota Avalon,

S.U.V.S

Very Low Miles

909

2003 Pontiac Aztek, 146K mi., 3.4 l. motor, $4800 815-622-8176

1998 Mercury Mountaineer 4x4

4X4S

1992 Pontiac Sunbird Convertible 1991 Jaguar

912

1997 Jeep Wrangler Sahara 4WD, both hard & soft top.

3in. lift.

33X12.5 all terrain tires, black custom wheels, 88k mi. perfect cond. $12,500 815-5351958

Like New, 68,000 Miles

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2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 152,000 miles, $2500 obo 815-440-2202

Business Hours: Monday 8 to 8, Tues.-Fri. 8 to 5, Saturday 8 to 3

*Plus tax, title, license & doc fee.

PARTS & ACC.

1999 Pontiac Grand AM $1,000 obo 815-284-4179 2000 Chrysler Cirrus, low mileage, good shape, new & battery, a/c $4,000/obo 815564-0276 2008 Chevy Aveo in Dixon white, $2,000 815-2886231

925

MOTORCYCLES

935

2002 Harley Davidson Road King Classic 21,000 miles, Detachable windshield + Backrest Vance & Hines $8300 815-440-1188

MOTORCYCLES

Fortune Cycle's SPRING BIKE RUN Sat. May 16 Sign In 10a.m.-noon at Fortune Cycle 901 W. 4th St. Sterling Last Bike in at 5 p.m.

Free Food Door Prizes

A.T.V.S 2005 HarleyDavidson Softail Deluxe. $9,750.

Great Sounding pipes, well cared for bike.

16,141 miles. You will not find a better deal.

(563) 343-2897 2006 Honda Goldwing 1800, dark cherry, with helmets & 2012 Country trailer. 16,200 mi., trailer has less than 1,000 mi. $26,000. Interested parties only call 815-718-5337.

2007 Honda Shadow Sabre, 1100cc 8,913 mi. $4250/ obo. Call 815-4383185.

2008 Harley Electric Glide Ultra Classic pearl gray, new battery, good tires, custom pipes, chrome goodies.

All servicing done

by Joe Fortune.

25K mi. $12,599/ obo. 815-441-2627 2008 Suzuki Burgman 400 CC Scooter 6300 miles Only $3200 815-590-0154 2010 HD Electra Glide Classic, red, exc, cond., 15k $13,500/obo mi., 815-440-0416 2011 Harley Road Glide custom 300 axial mi. show room new over $10,000 in extras.

1yr., color Sedona $22,500 orange, OBO. Call 815631-9600

(5) Jeep Sahara alloy wheels and Good year Wrangler tiers, brand new take offs. Fits 2007-2015. $1,250.

OBO. 815-631-9600

2013 Ninja 650, black, brand new, 900 mi., no damage, just serviced $6,200 815-6315165

BFGoodrich tires and rims, 16 inch. tires on 6 bolt on 16 inch rims. Like new! $900 815438-3704

2014 Honda CR125 dirt bike, purchase new! Ridden once, showroom cond. $2,700 OBO. 815-631-9600

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STK# 1204

BOATS/MOTORS

$

27,495*

14 FORD MUSTANG CONV. STK# 1200

$

TRAILERS/RVS

24,995*

09 FORD ESCAPE LTD STK# 150099A

$

Full Power

13,995*

Fleetwood 1995 Southwind Storm 30ft Class A Motorhome ChevyChassis 454 cu. in.

6 New Tires New Starter New H.W. Tank New T.V. Computer station New Auto Tow Dolly Very Good Cond.

Mileage 68,000 $12,500 815-973-4590

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14 CHEVY CAPTIVA

Leather, Moon-roof

$

20,995*

14 FORD ESCAPE SE

Only 21,000 miles

$

21,995*

10 FORD RANGER SPORT STK# 1160

4x4, Only 41,000 Miles

$

19,995*

13 FORD F150 CREW STK# 1139

27,500*

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960

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Trailer permanently set up at Lake LaDonna w/ lg. deck $2500 815440-5200

12 FORD F150 SUPERCAB

$

945

1988 Jayco 5th wheel in excellent condition especially for it's age. Asking $2500. Call 815-631-2359.

STK# 1182

V6, Full Power

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14' Aluminum Boat/Trailer 50 Elec. Motor Good Condition $600 815-762-1336

STK# 1206

All Wheel Drive, Moon-roof

936

2 Arctic Cat ATVs, 400 & 500 w/ trailer, used, excellent condition, $10,500 630-514-4235

Right Now 11 LINCOLN MKZ AWD

935

XLT package, 37K Miles

$

29,500*

14 CHEVY CRUZE STK# 1209

05 FORD 500

STK# 1202A

2LT Package, Leather

Higher Miles, But Clean

13 FORD FUSION SE

10 DODGE RAM 1500

$

16,995*

STK#1179

$

18,995*

07 FORD F150 FX4 STK# 1155

4,995*

24,995*

STK# 11011A

13 CHRYSLER 200 LTD

STK# 1210

25,995*

10 CHRYSLER SEBRING

Only 53,000 Miles

19,995*

STK# 1183

Leather, 18K Miles

$

10,900*

08 DODGE RAM 1500 STK# 1163

Leather 29,000 Miles

$

26,995*

STK# 1082

14 BUICK LACROSSE

19,200*

Only 18,000 Miles

$

09 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE

$

7,995*

12 GMC ACADIA SL

Sport, 4x4, Sharp

$

Limited, Hemi, Moon-roof

$

$

STK# 1188

Great Value Truck

$

Leather, Moon-roof

STK# 1178

Sport Equipment Package

$

05 DODGE MAGNUM

STK# 1198A

16,495*

$

Hemi, Very Clean

19,995*

PLUS OVER 60 MORE IN STOCK TO CHOOSE FROM!

815 562 2177 815-562-2177

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Chad Young

Jim Blomberg

Stephanie VanBuren

*All vehicles subject to prior sale. State sales tax, license, title & $168 doc fee not included. See dealer for details. Offer expires 5/30/15.

Ed McKee

Jason Gelwicks

Jesse Lopez

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15,988*or $196/mo*

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11,988*or $136/mo*

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10,988*or $121/mo*

$

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7,988*or $150/mo

$

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$

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22,988*or $302/mo*

$

3rd Row Seat

8,988* or $179/mo**

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$

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2007 CHEVROLET COBALT LS

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$

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$

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