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Calf chips in at fundraiser

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STERLING, A2

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TELEGRAPH Monday, August 24, 2015

SERVING DIXON AND THE SURROUNDING AREA SINCE 1851

STERLING | OUTDOOR SPORTS EXPO

Missing the boat with tourism?

Organizer says river, resources can net more revenue

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

STERLING – Dave Druen knows that flowing waterways can bring tourism revenue streams.

Druen and Matthew Hilligoss are members of the Rock River Trail Initiative Council. In an effort to promote the Rock River and the area’s other recreational gems, they organized the first Outdoor Sports Expo, held Saturday at Moonlight Bay

Just up the river The second annual Venetian Night in Dixon began as the Outdoor Sports Expo wrapped up Saturday.

See photos from the event in Dixon on A3.

Marina on Mound Hill Road.

About 25 vendors set up shop along the river to offer goods, services, information and demonstrations. Whether your passion was biking, boating, camping, kayaking, fishing, hunting or

motorcycles, the expo had it covered.

Druen, owner of Dave’s Outdoor World, loves the recreational opportunities here, and he believes the area is missing the boat by not fully understanding the potential economic impact of its natural resources.

“People take the river, canal, and trails for granted, but tourism brings in tax dollars, and it brings a direct shot in the arm to businesses,” Druen said.

BOAT CONTINUED ON A4

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Kevin Versino of Rocktown Adventures in Rockford wades into the Rock River with his paddleboard Saturday afternoon during the Outdoor Sports Expo at Moonlight Bay in Sterling.

Looking Forward

HARMON

A hero’s welcome

Among the things happening in the Sauk Valley this week: Pam Eggemeier, Sterling/Rock Falls: Long-term planning: Tonight, the Sterling City Council will have the second of two special meetings to discuss findings from its strategic planning initiative.

The meeting is at 6 p.m. in City Hall, 212 Third Ave., on the first floor in the Council Chambers.

Army veteran, family move into home church built Photos by Philip Marruffo/pmarruffo@saukvalley.com

ing Wednesday’s park district meeting, the board will discuss establishing a Friends of the Parks committee. Executive Director Deb Carey spoke about the topic during the board’s Aug. 12 meeting, saying it would be a good way to generate support for for Dixon Parks. Wednesday’s meeting is at 6 p.m. at the district office, 804 Palmyra St.

ABOVE: Army veteran Michael Shoemaker walks up the sidewalk to his new home Saturday morning in Harmon. Volunteers from Abiding Word Church in Sterling built the 2,100-square-foot home for the Afghanistan veteran, his wife, Brittany, and their four children, Michael, 8, Braden, 6, Hannah, 4, and Harper, 17 months.

RIGHT: Brittany and Harper welcome visitors to their new home, which boasts three bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms. Shoemaker, who was injured by an ammunition explosion while serving in Kandahar, Afghanistan, in 2012, paid for the land and the foundation, he said, and even sold his truck to do so. Work began last summer.

While holding Harper, Shoemaker shows longtime friend and fellow Eldena native Dan Huene the girls’ bedroom during an open house.

Q&A | BUD LEFEVRE AND LISA HIGBY LEFEVRE OF STERLING

Gardenstock turns 7, and business is bloomin’ Couple quick to say it takes a village to run the show

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

Husband and wife Bud LeFevre and Lisa Higby LeFevre own Distinctive Gardens, 2020 Lowell Park Road, Dixon, and recently celebrated the seventh birthday of their brainchild: the art and music festival Gardenstock.

How did you guys get the idea?

We always wanted to have an art

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and music festival out at the business and have it be a benefit. Woodstock was having its 40th anniversary the year Gardenstock started. We spoofed on the name because we’re into gardening.

How much money did you guys raise for Sinnissippi Centers this year?

This year, Gardenstock grossed more than $18,000.

BLOOMIN’ CONTINUED ON A3

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ABBY ................... A7 COMICS ............... A9 CROSSWORD....B11

Brenden West, Dixon: Friends of the Parks: Dur-

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An artist paints Bud LeFevre’s arm on Aug. 15 at Gardenstock at Distinctive Gardens in Dixon.

LIFESTYLE ........... A7 LOTTERY ............. A2 NATION/WORLD .. A8

OBITUARIES ........ A4 OPINION .............. A6 POLICE ................ A2

Christi Warren, cops, courts, and county: Overdose awareness: A memorial walk for those who have lost their lives to overdose will be 7:30 to 9 p.m.

Saturday in Dixon.

It will go from Haymarket Square to the riverfront.

Those who wish to attend are asked to bring a light to help “light the way.” Preregistration for T-shirts is encouraged. They are $20 and are available via an order form at Ginkgo Tree Cafe, 216 W. First St., or at Crescendo Salon, 502 W. First St. Proceeds will fund education and support those affected by overdoses.

For more information, contact Greg O’Brien at 908-361-7924 or g378@hotmail.com.

Jermaine Pigee, education: Sauk Board meets tonight: The Sauk Valley Community College Board of Trustees meets at 6 p.m. today, and will discuss updating strategic initiatives, which includes the mission, vision, goals and objectives for the college. The trustees will also get an update on Sauk’s enrollment numbers. The meeting will be in the thirdfloor board room, 173 state Route 2, Dixon.

Today’s weather High 75. Low 51.

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POLICE Sterling Police Ethel H. Jensen, 78, of Prophetstown; 1:06 p.m. Friday at West Fourth Street and Avenue M; failure to wear seat beat; released with promise to comply.

Jeffery L. Johnson, 72, of Sterling; 10:16 a.m. Friday in the 2100 block of Freeport Road; driving with license suspended, Rock Island County warrant for driving under the influence; posted bond and given notice to appear in court.

Brandon L. McKenna, 19, of Sterling; 5:30 p.m. Friday in the 200 block of East 23rd Street; Whiteside County warrants for driving with suspended license, consumption of alcohol as a minor, and resisting arrest, Ogle County warrant for driving with suspended license; taken to Whiteside County Jail.

Brian L. Clark, 33, of Sterling; 10:33 p.m. Friday at East Second Street and Sixth Avenue; two counts of interfering with the reporting of domestic violence, domestic battery; taken to Whiteside County Jail.

Boy, 16, of Sterling; 2:55 p.m. Saturday at Locust Street; speeding; released with promise to comply.

Brian D. Scott, 58, of Lyndon; 3:05 p.m. Saturday at First Avenue and Lynn Boulevard; speeding; released with promise to comply.

Carrie E. Cox, 31, of Sterling; 3:06 p.m. Saturday at Locust Street; speeding; released with promise to comply.

Marcos V. Xique, 22, of Sterling; 3:22 p.m. Saturday at Avenue E and Lynn Boulevard;

speeding; released with promise to comply.

Dixon Police Alexis Cadenas, 20, of Amboy; 11:50 p.m. Friday in the 200 block of South Hennepin Avenue; theft, less than $500; processed and released.

Danny J. Barnhill, 38, of Dixon; 11:30 p.m. Friday in the 1100 block of Fleur Avenue; domestic battery; processed and taken to Lee County Jail.

Deanna G. Suter, 29, of Dixon; 6:25 p.m. Friday in the 600 block of Nachusa Avenue; criminal damage to property; released and given notice to appear in court.

Wesley H. Heniff, 24, of Dixon; 6:30 a.m. Thursday in the 1000 block of Fourth Avenue in Dixon; unlawful possession of marijuana with intent to deliver (30 to 500 grams), unlawful possession of cannabis; posted bond and given notice to appear in court.

Craig O. Whites Jr., 23, of Dixon; 6:30 a.m. Thursday in the 1000 block of Fourth Avenue in Dixon; unlawful possession of marijuana with intent to deliver (30 to 500 grams), unlawful possession of cannabis; posted bond and given notice to appear in court.

Kayla Holocker, 28, of Dixon; 11:18 p.m. Saturday in the 700 block of North Galena Avenue; Bureau County warrant for deceptive practices charge; posted bond and given notice to appear in court.

Ogle County Sheriff Patrick J. Beavers, 22, of Aurora; 1:55 p.m. Friday in Rochelle; driving while license suspended.

Karen Julian, 37, of Wheaton, 7:02 p.m. Friday in the 4000 block of East Flagg Road; possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of less than 2.5 grams of marijuana; taken to Ogle County Jail.

Nichol Carreno, 35, of Rochelle, Friday; Ogle County Warrant for criminal trespass to land; posted bond and given notice to appear in court.

Zachary Stevens, 21, of Rockford; Friday; Ogle County Warrant for petition to revoke; posted bond and given notice to appear in court.

Monday, August 24, 2015

WHITESIDE COUNTY

Prophetstown woman, 24, killed in one-car accident

Richard Decker, 59, of Purcell, Missouri; Friday; Ogle County Warrant for failure to appear; posted bond and released.

Raymond Jackson, 38, of Rockford; Friday; Ogle County Warrant for failure to appear; posted bond and released.

Ernest L. Tomes, 45, of Ashburn, Virginia; 10:52 p.m.

Friday near Rolling Meadows Trailer Park in Davis Junction; driving while license suspended; taken to Ogle County Jail.

Jacob Elsbury, 18, of Byron, 12:33 a.m. Saturday; criminal damage to property; held at Ogle County Jail.

Juvenile, Saturday; 12:33 a.m. Saturday; criminal damage to property; released to guardian.

Juvenile, Saturday; 12:33 a.m. Saturday; criminal damage to property; released to guardian.

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

PROPHETSTOWN – A Prophetstown woman was killed in a one-vehicle crash Saturday in Whiteside County.

Nicole E. Vandevelde, 24, was pronounced dead at the accident scene by

DIXON – The Dixon Lioness Club will have its annual craft show from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at John Dixon Park on North Galena Avenue.

Vendors and crafters will sell their goods, food will be sold, and a 50/50 raffle is planned. Tickets are $1 apiece or $5 for six. The raffle winner will be announced

at the Lioness Holiday Craft Show Nov. 14 at the Illinois National Guard Armory on Everett Street.

Visit dixonillioness.org for more information. – SVM staff report

Tolono might hold coyote hunt TOLONO (AP) – A central Illinois town is considering holding a government-

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State Police Joel M. Martinez, 28, of Rochelle; 9:18 a.m. Saturday at state Route 38 in Ogle County; unlawful use of a weapon, illegal transportation of alcohol; posted bond and given notice to appear in court.

Ashli D. Pratt, 24, of Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin; 2:07 p.m. Wednesday at Interstate 39 in Ogle County; speeding, driving while license revoked; posted bond and given notice to appear in court.

Tanasha E. Collette, 24, of Lyndon; 10 a.m. Tuesday at I-88 in Whiteside County; driving with a suspended license; posted bond and given notice to appear in court.

Jazmyn Palmer, 22, of Rockford; 8:38 p.m. Saturday at I-39 in Lee County; warrant for failure to appear in Winnebago County; taken to Lee County Jail.

Kateland A. Erickson, 22, of Rockford; 8:38 p.m. Saturday at I-39 in Lee County; no seat belt; promise to comply.

Ryan W. Darrow, 26, of Rockford; 8:38 p.m. Saturday at I-39 in Lee County; no seat belt; promise to comply.

Photos by Philip Marruffo/pmarruffo@saukvalley.com

ABOVE: Employees and residents of Rock River Gardens watch as Clover Bud, a 5-monthold Red Angus calf walks through a cow-chip bingo board Saturday afternoon at the home for the mentally ill in Sterling. Julie and Lara Bielema of the Fulton Garden Plain Ripsnorters 4-H Club held the “Cow-A-Dunga!�

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Village President Jeff Holt says heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s seen coyotes â&#x20AC;&#x153;as close as the car wash.â&#x20AC;? He says the animals could be carrying rabies.

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ditch. The vehicle rolled over several times, and the driver was thrown from the car.

The Whiteside County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Department, and Tampico and Yorktown Fire and Emergency Medical Services responded to the crash, which remains under investigation.

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FLAMBĂ&#x2030;: TASTE OF VENICE SATISFIES ONCE AGAIN IN DIXON

ABOVE: Boats cruise between the bridges â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and do some not-so-subtle campaigning for the proposed boat docks project â&#x20AC;&#x201C; during the lighted-boat parade in the Rock River.

BELOW: Venetian Night attendees take in the fireworks after the parade.

Photos by Philip Marruffo/pmarruffo@saukvalley.com

A fire dancer performs along the riverfront Saturday during Dixonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s second annual Venetian Night. The performers were only part of the fun at the Dixon Main Street event, which also featured European-themed food, a lighted-boat parade, roaming musicians, artists and artisan vendors, a mask performance and workshop, fireworks, and an after party. Admission was free.

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Nothing beats community and feeling part of something magicalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; BLOOMINâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

CONTINUED FROM A1

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really taken off.

Talk a little bit about your efforts to expand over the years.

The first year it started off with nine bands, 10 volunteers, seven artists, a couple of food vendors, and an attendance of 400. Seven years later itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grown to 42 artists, 150plus volunteers, six food vendors, a core management team of more than a dozen and an attendance averaging around 2,400.

We saw major growth in 2014 with the inception of the core group team. The event is just too big for one or two people to manage at this point. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve adapted through the years as festivalgoers increasingly find new ways to make Gardenstock their own. For example, a few years back we started seeing many bring in tents. That was a great idea. However, we soon realized we had to put a little structure around that activity to keep the festival fun for everyone.

That was how the tent rental came about. We started with 20 in 2014, increased that to 36 this year and are looking to increase the number again in 2016.

Thank You A BIG Thank You to everyone who attended my 90th Birthday Open House and for any cards or gifts received. I had a great time seeing everybody!

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About us Names: Bud LeFevre and Lisa Higby LeFevre Ages: 56, 50 Hometown: Sterling, Davenport Currently live in: Sterling Occupation: Owners of Distinctive Gardens Favorite ice cream flavor: Chocolate for both Parking has grown to be a major challenge over the years. To help, we now manage three parking lots with an overflow lot available to us at Shopko, complete with a shuttle service.

The art festival has grown to a point where now there is a waiting list to get in. Many veteran artists help provide experiences to newbies by â&#x20AC;&#x153;hostingâ&#x20AC;? them in their booths each year.

How much planning and time goes into putting it all together?

We start in January.

Bud works on lining up bands, and Lisa gets the artists set. We work for about a month in winter and then set it aside during our spring season for the business. Come June 1, Lisa breaks away from most Distinctive Gardens tasks and continues with the rest of planning and prep for Garden-

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Artist Heather Housenga floats bubbles outside her art booth at Gardenstock at Distinctive Gardens in Dixon. While co-owner Bud LeFevre focuses on lining up bands for the event, his wife, Lisa Higby LeFevre, gets the artists set. stock. Bud tackles lining up volunteers during that same time.

You wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t believe us if we told you the exact hours. During the June through August run, Lisa clocked in over 900 hours during those 11 weeks. The week Gardenstock gets set up was a 130-hour workweek for her alone. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s crazy.

And that doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t count the winter work done to prepare.

If we attempted to tally up the collective hours put in by ourselves, the core group and all the artists, musicians and

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volunteers, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re now into the thousands. Planning for the following year starts the day of the event. ... The community has built this thing from scratch. It is by the people for the people.

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Monday, August 24, 2015

OBITUARIES Dean W. Shippert DIXON – Dean W. Shippert, 89, of Dixon, died Sunday, Aug. 16, 2015, at OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center in Rockford.

He was born Sept. 4, 1925, in a farmhouse in rural Nachusa, the son of Edward and Sadie (Welch) Shippert. He worked for Allied Van Lines for 60 years. He was a graduate of Franklin Grove High School. Dean was a seaman first class in the Coast Guard, receiving an honorable discharge in 1947. He married Iris Margene O’Rorke in 1945 in Baltimore. She preceded him in death April 19, 2012. They enjoyed wintering in Arizona.

Dean is survived by six sons, Mike (Sue) Shippert of Dixon, John Patrick Shippert of Freeport, Frank Shippert of Dixon, Tom (Micki) Shippert of Dixon, Jim (Mary) Ship-

pert of Dixon, and Jeff Shippert of Dixon; 26 grandchildren; 37 greatgrandchildren; and two great-greatgrandchildren.

He also was preceded in death by two brothers, Edward and Glen Shippert.

Visitation will be from 10 to 10:45 a.m., with the rosary recited at 10:45 a.m., Saturday at St. Anne Catholic Church in Dixon. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m.

Saturday at the church, with the Rev. Antoni Kretowicz, pastor, officiating. Burial, with military honors accorded by the Dixon combined veterans groups, will be at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens in Dixon. Jones Funeral Home in Dixon is handling arrangements.

A memorial has been established to St. Anne Catholic Church.

Visit thejonesfh.com to send condolences.

Jeannette Bielema-Vanderlaan MORRISON – Jeannette Bielema-Vanderlaan, 97, died Saturday, Aug. 22, 2015, at Resthave Home in Morrison.

Jeannette was born July 14, 1918, in Friesland, Netherlands, the daughter of Peter and Anna (Postma) Dykstra.

She was educated in Bunker Hill and Cottonwood schools in rural Whiteside County. She married Andrew Bielema in 1939 in Fulton. He preceded her in death Nov. 11, 1954. She married John Vanderlaan on Jan. 12, 1962, in Fulton.

He preceded her in death April 25, 2002.

Jeannette worked at Patent Novelty in Fulton, and was a homemaker. She was a former member of First Christian Reformed Church in Fulton, and later joined Ebenezer Reformed Church in Morrison, where she was a member of the choir and Ladies Aid Society. She enjoyed crocheting and making quilts. She was an avid baker, and was well known for her pies.

Survivors include two daughters, Carol (Wayne) Meurs of Fulton, and Donna (Irv) Schaver of Georgetown, Texas; two sons, Delbert Bielema of Morrison, and Don (Andra) Bielema of Ster-

ling; a stepdaughter, Patricia (LaVerne) Pessman of Fulton; a stepson, David (Linda) Vanderlaan of Morrison; one daughter-in-law, Nancy Bielema of Rockton; 12 grandchildren; 25 greatgrandchildren; six step-grandchildren; seven step-great-grandchildren; six step-greatgreat-grandchildren; two sisters, Marianna Smith of Morrison, and Betty Boelkens of Fulton.

She also was preceded in death by one son, Willard Bielema; a stepdaughter, Janet Vanderlaan; three grandchildren; two sisters, Rose Zuidema and Sadie Deelsnyder; two brothers, Sidney and Frank Dykstra; one great-grandson; and a step-great-granddaughter.

Visitation will be from 9 to 10:30 a.m., and the service at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday at Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home in Morrison, with Ken Renkes, director of congregational care at Ebenezer Reformed Church, officiating. Interment will be at Fulton Township Cemetery in Fulton.

A memorial fund has been established for Resthave Home.

Visit bosmarenkes.com to send condolences.

FUNERAL SERVICES FOR THE WEEK Today’s visitations: Marvin T. Baker of Rock Falls, 9:30-10:30 a.m. at McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls.

William L. “Bill” Kellen of Sublette, 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Sublette.

Nancy A. Bunger of Ashton, 10-11:30 a.m. at FarrellHolland-Gale Funeral Home in Oregon.

John H. Butler of Walnut, 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church in Rock Falls.

Fidencio Campos III of Madison, Wisconsin, gathering of family and friends, 4-6 p.m. at McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls.

Dennis G. Hammes of Rock Falls, 4-6 p.m. at McDonald Funeral Home in Sterling.

Today’s funerals: Marvin T. Baker of Rock Falls, 10:30 a.m. at McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls.

William L. “Bill” Kellen of Sublette, 10:30 a.m. Mass at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Sublette.

Nancy A. Bunger of Ashton, 11:30 a.m. at FarrellHolland-Gale Funeral Home in Oregon.

John H. Butler of Walnut, 1 p.m. Mass at St. Andrew Catholic Church in Rock Falls.

Fidencio Campos III of Madison, Wisconsin, 6 p.m. memorial service at McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls.

Robert L. Thompson

Tuesday visitations: Gary Knapp, formerly of the area, 10 a.m. prayer service with the rosary recited at St. Mary Catholic Church in Sterling.

Jeannette BielemaVanderlaan, 9-10:30 a.m. at the Morrison Chapel of Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home.

Hilda Buis-Vandermyde of Morrison, 4-8 p.m. at Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home in Morrison.

Tuesday funerals: Gary Knapp, formerly of the area, 10:30 a.m. Mass at St. Mary Catholic Church in Sterling, followed by luncheon at noon at American Legion in Sterling.

Jeannette BielemaVanderlaan, 10:30 a.m. at the Morrison Chapel of Bosma-Renkes Funeral Home.

Dennis G. Hammes of Rock Falls, 11 a.m. at McDonald Funeral Home in Sterling.

Wednesday visitations: Robert L. Thompson of Amboy, 9-11 a.m. at East Grove Union Church in Amboy.

Betty J. Billings of Rock Falls, 7-8 p.m. at McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls.

Wednesday funerals: Robert L. Thompson of Amboy, 11 a.m. at East Grove Union Church in Amboy.

Hilda Buis-Vandermyde of Morrison, 2 p.m. at Emmanuel Reformed Church in Morrison.

Betty J. Billings of Rock Falls, 7 p.m. memorial service at McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls.

Sarah E. Fry DIXON – Sarah E. Fry, 83, of Dixon, died Saturday, Aug. 22, 2015.

Schilling Funeral Home in Sterling is handling arrangements.

AMBOY – Robert L. Thompson, 82, of Amboy, died Friday, Aug. 21, 2015, at his home.

He was born Jan. 14, 1933, in Amboy, the son of Glen and Alta (Conderman) Thompson. He had been a farmer, and also worked at Dean Foods in Amboy and Dixon for 33 years, prior to retirement.

Robert married Betty Dewey on Aug. 12, 1957, in Hernando, Mississippi. He attended East Grove Union Church in Amboy.

Robert was an Army veteran, serving during the Korean War. He was a member of the Amboy American Legion Post.

Robert was active in his church, serving as a church elder, and working in the youth ministry and card ministry for many years. He enjoyed camping and fishing, was an avid reader, and enjoyed doing home projects.

An avid sports fan, Robert loved his Chicago White Sox, Bears, Bulls and Blackhawks, as well as the Amboy Clippers. He coached youth baseball, participated in league bowling and enjoyed Wii bowl-

ing with his grandchildren.

Robert is survived by his wife of Amboy; two children, Brad (Victoria) Thompson of Plainfield, and Bettina (David) Garcia of Amboy; eight grandchildren, Nathan, Madison and Carson Thompson, Deryke Gallacher, and Ethan, Elijah, Ryan, and Daniel Garcia; a sister, Beverly Pettit of Spring Valley; and a brother, Donald (Gloria) Thompson of Bloomington.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Glen Jr. and Roger; and a sister, Vivian.

Visitation will be from 9 to 11 a.m., and the funeral at 11 a.m.

Wednesday at East Grove Union Church in Amboy, with Pastor Rick Wulf and the Rev. Frank Brozenec officiating. Burial will follow at Prairie Repose Cemetery in Amboy, with military honors bestowed by the Amboy American Legion.

A memorial fund has been established.

Mihm-Jones Funeral Home in Amboy handled arrangements.

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James A. Hinkle OREGON – James A. Hinkle, 60, of Oregon, died Saturday, Aug. 22, 2015, at Rockford Memorial Hospital.

Farrell-Holland-Gale Funeral Home in Oregon is handling arrangements.

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WALNUT – Gladys McKenzie, 96, of Walnut, died Sunday, Aug. 23, 2015, at Heritage Health Care in Walnut.

Nicole E. VandeVelde Garland Funeral Home in Walnut is handling PROPHETSTOWN – Nicole E. VandeVelde, 24, of arrangements.

Prophetstown, died Saturday, Aug. 22, 2015.

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STERLING – William Ryan, 81, of Sterling, died Sunday, Aug. 23, 2015, at CGH Medical Center in Obituary information Sterling.

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MOUNT CARROLL – Ethel M. Sturtz, 50, of Mount Obituary corrections For more information, Carroll, died Thursday, Aug. 20, 2015, at home. and clarifications will call 800-798-4085 ext.

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Betty J. Billings ROCK FALLS – Betty J. Billings, 87, of Rock Falls, died Aug. 20, 2015, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.

Betty was born March 25, 1928, in Filbert, West Virginia, the daughter of Ollie and Mary Bell (Myers) Hamilton. She married Thomas R. Billings on Sept. 23, 1946, in Welch, West Virginia.

Together, they celebrated more than 68 years of marriage.

Betty and Thomas moved to Rock Falls in 1948. She was employed

by General Electric in Morrison. During her time there, she was a member of the GEM club. Betty retired in 1988, after working there for 30 years. She enjoyed spending her time with family and friends.

Survivors include her husband, Thomas; one son, Ron (Janie) Billings of Sterling; one granddaughter, Stacy (Gale) Verdick of Aurora; and three great-grandchildren, Sara, Jessica, and Jenna Verdick.

She was preceded in death by her parents, three sisters, and three brothers.

Family and friends will gather from 6 to 7 p.m.

Wednesday at McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls. A memorial service will follow at 7 p.m., with the Rev. Les Funderburg officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the CGH Medical Center Auxiliary.

Visit mcdonaldfuneralhomes.com to send condolences.

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The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity recently released the 2014 state tourism numbers, showing record results. The state brought in 109 million visitors, a 3.5 percent increase from the previous year. That translated into $36 billion spent by tourists at hotels, restaurants, gas stations, and retailers.

Druen cited the marina’s restaurant as a beneficiary of the free expo that ran from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

“There’s music here, and people will spend quite a bit of money at the bar and restaurant today,” he said.

Druen said he was pleased with the response

to the expo, and he plans to bring the event back next year. He hopes in the future to take better advantage of crosspromoting with Dixon’s Venetian Night, another river event that was just getting started Saturday night as the expo was winding down.

Druen said Dixon has raised the bar with investments of about $7 million in efforts to make its riverfront and downtown a destination point.

He said studies show that every dollar spent on tourism brings $9 back to its community.

“We have three nice riverfronts in this area, and Dixon has become the model,” Druen said.

“Things are starting to happen in Sterling and Rock Falls, but now we need to promote what we have.”

The day was also about education and safety.

Tom Eckels, president of the Illinois Paddling Council, made the trip from Lake Villa to promote his favorite form of recreation.

“We do six or seven educational events a year, and this is the first one we’ve done in this area,” Eckels said.

Eckels said his advocacy organization is particularly interested in the Hennepin Canal.

“There are a lot of motorboats on the Rock River, but the canal is a great place for paddling,” Eckels said.

Eckels had a dam simulator set up to show the dangers of getting caught up in the relentless current generated in its path.

Associated with the American Canoe Asso-

ciation, the paddling group also focuses on stewardship.

The United Bowhunters of Illinois were at the expo to represent the interests of its organization. One of its members, Ray Koehler Jr. of New Lenox, took advantage of the opportunity to showcase his wildlife art.

“My passions are archery and art,” Koehler said. “I thought this would be a good market to target with my art.”

Koehler has sold his works in watercolors, Philip Marruffo/pmarruffo@saukvalley.com pencils, acrylics, and sculptures for about 20 Kayaks, RVs, and fishing boats were among outdoor years. He was also mak- items on display Saturday at the Outdoor Sports ing his first trip to the Expo at Moonlight Bay in Sterling.

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“I loved what I’ve seen To get involved here so far,” he said.

Contact Dave Druen at 815-716-3366 or at dav“This seems much more esoutdoorworld@gmail.com for more information peaceful than the rat about the Outdoor Sports Expo or the Rock River Trail race I left in the Joliet Initiative. area.”

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NEWS ANALYSIS | MEDICAL MARIJUANA

Some Illinois health systems say no Only 2,800 patients have qualified for program CHICAGO (AP) – Patients must have a doctor’s signature to buy medical marijuana in Illinois, but some health systems are forbidding doctors from putting pen to paper, because the drug is still illegal at the federal level.

Others are cautiously allowing doctors to participate in the pilot program, even conducting training sessions to make sure doctors know their legal responsibilities as gatekeepers.

Illinois is among 23 states that permit marijuana for medical use, but the program has been slow to start since the law

was enacted 2 years ago.

Seven cultivation centers have been green-lighted to start growing cannabis; sales will begin later this year.

Yet, only 2,800 patients have qualified for the program, a frustratingly low number for the new industry. Hesitance from the medical establishment may be one reason. For some doctors, marijuana provides an exciting new treatment option. Others want to avoid an unfamiliar substance that wasn’t covered in medical school.

“We’re all cautious about new things. We want to test the waters,”

said Dr. Scott Cooper, president of the Illinois State Medical Society, which provides training to doctors on the marijuana law. “There’s going to be a learning curve.”

Some patients also are waiting for Gov. Bruce Rauner’s administration to approve 11 additional conditions and diseases – including migraine, osteoarthritis and posttraumatic stress disorder – that were recommended by an advisory board in May. The move would open legal marijuana to thousands, perhaps millions, more Illinois residents.

Under the law, doctors must sign a five-page form attesting that they have a “bona fide physician-patient relationship” that goes beyond a marijuana consultation,

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and that the patient has an approved diagnosis and is likely to benefit from using marijuana.

Doctors, not patients, mail the form to the Illinois Department of Public Health.

From the start, state regulators took a hard line, disciplining one doctor for allegedly misleading potential patients by offering pre-approval for medical marijuana and warning other doctors against setting up medical cannabis clinics.

“I still to this day believe that’s responsible for the doctor shortage,” said Tammy Jacobi, owner of a Chicago business called Good Intentions that helps patients fill out paperwork.

The disciplined doctor, Brian Murray, once worked at Good Inten-

tions, but now the company is only a matchmaker, providing a list of doctors willing to consider recommending marijuana, Jacobi said.

“The state of Illinois definitely keeps their eyes on Good Intentions,” Jacobi said.

Many large health systems in the state are allowing doctors to use their own judgment and encouraging them to know the law. In late May, Downers Grovebased Advocate Health Care, which has the state’s largest physician network, held a daylong seminar, drawing about 100 doctors.

“Our goal is to assist patients on their path back to health,” Advocate Medical Group CEO Dr. Kevin McCune said in an email. “Physicians

work with each patient to determine the best treatment plan in order to achieve this.”

Patients’ access to medical marijuana depends mostly on where they get their medical care.

In central Illinois, there is no across-the-board policy on medical cannabis for doctors who are part of the Urbanabased Carle Foundation Hospital and Physician Group.

Veterans receiving treatment at Veterans Affairs hospitals have a somewhat easier time getting a medical marijuana card. VA doctors, as federal employees, aren’t permitted to recommend controlled substances, so the state’s rules spell out that those under VA care don’t need a doctor to sign off.

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Bicyclists pedal Tuesday along the Bloomingdale Trail in Chicago. The trail was once an abandoned Chicago railway line but has been transformed into a bike corridor. Chicago is helping lead the way as American cities transform hulking pieces of obsolete infrastructure into useful, even inspiring, amenities.

New spin being put on obsolete structures Eyesores recycled into thoroughfare of happy cyclists CHICAGO (AP) – On an abandoned Chicago railway line cutting between the treetops, bike commuters zip by walkers and joggers, all traversing a ribbon of concrete undulating through a lush landscape where clattering freight cars once ferried everything from coal to furniture.

This relic of the city’s industrial past is now a vision of its future. Chicago and cities throughout the country are transforming hulking pieces of obsolete infrastructure into useful – even inspiring – amenities: In this case, a park in the sky that doubles as an alternative transportation corridor.

Since opening in June, the nearly 3-mile elevated path, called the Bloomingdale Trail, has changed how residents move through a section of Chicago’s northwest side that in many places is starved of parks and inviting pathways for pedestrians and bikes.

“This trail opened up a lot of opportunity for me,” said Luke Young, a 30-year-old web developer who now bikes the 10 miles to his job downtown instead of taking the train; it takes roughly the same time. Moving by bike, though, is more fun and a way to relieve stress, he said before tearing down a ramp that links the trail to Milwaukee Avenue, a busy thoroughfare popular with cyclists.

“This is really an innovative park for a resurgent city and it’s an example of the way cities are coming back to life in the U.S.,” said Ed McMahon, a senior fellow at the nonprofit Urban Land Institute in Washington.

After decades of decline, American cities are getting creative in rolling out new green spaces to sell their brand. With little real estate to expand on, McMahon said, cities are turning instead to the wreckage of past eras: old rail yards, landfills, utility corridors and riverfront areas cut off by freeways.

Dallas built a deck over a freeway to create Klyde Warren Park.

Virginia Beach, Virginia, turned a landfill into an expanse of lakes, hills, playgrounds and a skate park that it playfully calls Mount Trashmore.

Savannah, Georgia, buried a parking garage to restore one of the original town squares laid out in the 1700s.

Elevated rail lines especially have beckoned, tapping into utopian visions of parks and pathways in the sky.

There’s Manhattan’s High Line and Paris’ Promenade Plantee. But the Bloomingdale Trail pushes into new territory: It’s longer, allows bikes and links a string of ground-level parks.

The park and trail system is known collectively as The 606 – a reference to the first three digits of the city’s zip codes.

Its linear shape extends access to a huge number of people across four neighborhoods.

The 17-foot-high rail

embankment, once a physical dividing line, is now a connector and a gathering place for communities as diverse as Humboldt Park, the center of the Puerto Rican community, and Bucktown, a recently gentrified neighborhood that’s home to cool cafes and doggy daycare centers.

But some neighborhood groups fear it could push lower-income residents out by contributing to rising property values, rents and property taxes.

City leaders say they want to prevent that.

“How are working families going to be able to enjoy this trail and also be able to afford living where they’re living?” said Juan Carlos Linares, director of the Latin United Community Housing Association.

On a hot August morning, bikers shot up and down The 606, office IDs fluttering, GoPro cameras mounted to helmets, earbuds piping in the tunes, as they zoomed to jobs, meetings and construction sites. In the glow of sunrise, joggers and moms with strollers glided along a narrow, rubbery strip along either side. An older man buzzed by in an electric wheelchair.

Dina Petrakis, a 57-year-old remodeling consultant, biked with her tiny dog, Lucy, poking its head out of a shoulder satchel. Petrakis mainly uses the trail to get to yoga class.

“I used to have to drive because you can’t really ride your bike over there.

Streets are too busy,” she said.

SPRINGFIELD (AP) – Illinois families who don’t want their children to be vaccinated will have to get a doctor’s note before claiming a religious exemption, but the new state law won’t affect students heading back to school in the coming weeks.

Gov. Bruce Rauner recently signed a bill that aims to reduce the number of unvaccinated children in the state’s classrooms. Because the law was passed after many children had already received their routine checkups or started school, the requirements will be delayed until Oct. 16 – the day after a

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deadline for students to receive their vaccines or file objections.

“This is a bit of a difficult situation. ... A lot of kids have already gone to get their physical and so forth,” said Melaney Arnold, a spokeswoman for the state’s Department of Public Health. “Some schools have already started. To send them back to the doctor would be costing the parents.”

Families seeking a religious exemption next year or transferring after next year’s deadline must complete a certificate explaining their objection with a doctor’s signature to prove he or she counseled the parents about

the benefits of vaccines and the danger of opting out. The form is required only for children entering kindergarten, sixth and ninth grades, Arnold said.

The Illinois State Board of Education was aware of more than 13,000 such exemptions in 2013, according to spokeswoman Megan Griffin.

It’s unclear how effective the new law will be in reducing the amount of unvaccinated children, because the way schools define a religious objection also is ambiguous.

Illinois is among 47 states that allow children an exemption from vaccines based on religious concerns.

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WASHINGTON SPOTLIGHT

Another look at litany of new federal foibles Our confusing government has done it again

Dave Granlund, GateHouse News Service

EDITORIALS FROM YESTERYEAR | 1865

From our archives: With war over, let the fairs be successful What we thought: 150 years ago

Note to readers – Sauk Valley Media reprints editorials and articles from the past as a regular Monday feature. The fol- have only to dust and lowing items appeared in retouch their apparatus the Gazette between Aug. to be again in trim.

19 and Aug. 26, 1865.

We notice from a very careful and thorough The annual fairs comparison of such e are glad announcement of fairs to note the as have reached us in our universally exchanges, and by circureawakened interest lars, that the most liberal in the annual State preparations are making and County Fairs for to give everywhere éclat which the season is now to these farm and indusapproaching. trial gatherings for 1865.

During the [Civil] war, We trust that everywhere which called from the the people will second farms and the shops and further the spirit and thousands of the contrib- purposes of the commitutors to the departments tees. of industry represented Especially do we covet on these occasions, they for the Northwest even could but languish, and more than their wanted in many instances have shining success realized been given up entirely, in Fairs before the war. until the return of peace. These gatherings powerIn some few cases, the fully foster by generous fairs in the past two or comparison and rivalry, three seasons have made the arts and pursuits of a gallant fight with the material prosperity. In adverse circumstances the Fairs of Illinois and that gave them lighter her sister States, and in attractions and diminthe lesser but not less ished attendance. The important County exhiebb tide is past, and it bitions, let the farm and is again the period fully mechanic arts know a full restored, for the rewards representation. ... – Aug. of peace.

26, 1865 In the interval, the Four killed in nation has been an railroad crash exhibitor in the World’s Fair of the Ages, with a The most serious railsingle entry “Best means road accident which of putting down a rebelhas ever befallen the lion.” The award will be G. & C.U.R.R. occurred given on the pages of on last Monday night, history to the processes and was caused by the in the keeping of a Govvery severe rain, which ernment by the people. washed out a large culBut the war is over, and vert two miles west of our boys at home again, Morrison, in this county. and the fairs will recover The regular train left instantly their places in Fulton at 10 o’clock public favor. p.m., and the night being There will be no disadintensely dark, Conducvantage experienced to tor Rodgers had given either State or local fair orders to the engineer from any lapse in the past to proceed slowly. They four seasons, unless this were going at a speed has been so organic as to not exceeding six miles leave insufficient applian hour, but with all the ances for carrying out caution were unable to the details of the work. see the break in the road Generally, however, the in time to prevent the societies have retained accident. their organization, and The engine ran into

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

the culvert, and fell a distance of about fifteen feet, the tender turning completely over and lying bottom up by the side of the engine. The baggage car was thrown on top of these and was literally torn to pieces, and large portions of it were forced into the forward coach, in which there were a great many passengers.

Fortunately for them, most of the occupants were lying on the seats, which allowed the body of the wrecked car to pass over their heads, and they thus escaped.

But one passenger was killed, Mr. L.B. Lewis, of Iowa. He was struck on the head and instantly killed. Two or three other passengers were injured, but not seriously.

J.H. Beebe, engineer; John Fenton, fireman; and Stephen Thatcher, express messenger, were all instantly killed. The baggage master was severely hurt, but was almost miraculously saved from instant death.

Conductor George Rodgers was fortunately in the hind car at the time and escaped unhurt.

The break somewhat interfered with the regular running of trains, but a large force was soon at work clearing away the wreck, and trains are now running as usual. – Aug. 26, 1865

This job defined An exchange gives the following enumeration of the duties, responsibilities and rewards of a country editor: “An editor is an individual who reads newspapers, writes articles on any subject, sets type, reads proof, works the press, folds papers, makes up the mails, prints jobs, works in the garden, talks to all who call, receives blame

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.

for a hundred things that are no one’s business but his own, works from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m., and frequently gets cheated out of half his earnings.”

– Aug. 26, 1865

Vile mosquitoes Everybody must needs have a rap at the innocent little insects named above. As they’ve visited this section, of course, they are railed at by the whole community. And they’re here, sure enough – that’s so – they’ve come – those pesky, peacedisturbing, wheezing, wheedling, never-to-becaught, probing, blooddrawing, villainous, vile, despicable, diabolical, detestable, contemptible, contumacious, condemnable, long-billed, longlegged, and always-to-beanathematized exercisers of sweltering human nature – mosquitoes!

Up with the bars, keep your blinds closed, your lights out, your bump of patience distended to its fullest capacity, and perhaps with the help of claret, ice-water and soda, you sufferers may survive. But remember they are here! Whizz zistzip-pe-slap! – Aug. 19, 1865

Fair choices It is conceded [writes the Dixon Telegraph] that Lee county will have no Fair this year. The Carroll Co. Fair will be held at Lanark on the 13th, 14th and 15th, and that of Whiteside at Sterling, on the 19th, 20th, 21st and 22nd days of September.

Our Lee County people who wish to attend but one, will find Sterling the most accessible.

If the premium list, published under the eye of Charley Worthington, is to be taken as a sample of the arrangements of the Fair and grounds, our friends may expect to find a most admirably arranged exhibition. – Aug. 19, 1865

WASHINGTON – It’s time to look again into the “What’s up with that?” actions of our government.

The other day, nearly 1,000 flights were canceled or delayed on the East Coast, causing chaos in the entire air traffic system.

Was it bad weather? A bomb scare? Bad equipment? None of the above.

It was new software purchased by the Federal Aviation Administration to help jetliners get to their destinations faster. The FAA is explaining that the software caused a memory overload that shut down the Washington, D.C., area air control system. Some astute political observers noted that at least it was August and didn’t affect many members of Congress.

But it recalls the messy start of Obamacare when thousands of Americans couldn’t get on websites designed to help them sign up for health care insurance.

It also calls to mind the recent hiring by the Environmental Protection Agency of contractors who managed to let loose a vile torrent of toxic waste from a Colorado mine that caused a state of emergency to be declared in three states and the Navajo Nation.

THERE IS GOOD NEWS in the graduation of two women from the Army’s tough, prestigious Ranger School. Also, women now may apply to join the Navy Seals.

Of course, women have been in combat for years but have been forbidden to serve in certain units.

That is changing, and there’s hope that by the end of the year, women may be approved to serve across the board.

The bad news is that the people in Congress who want to go to war against Iran have cut so much money from military budgets that equipment, ammunition, spare parts, and other essentials of modern warfare are lacking. Let’s hope the women are not expected to have bake sales to equip their units.

SPEAKING OF WOMEN, the Food and Drug administration has reversed itself and approved a new drug designed to get women in the mood for sex. This reportedly would help about 10 percent of women.

However, there are a few caveats. No drinking. And there’s a risk of low blood pressure and fainting. Critics said this is a “mediocre aphrodisiac with significant side effects.” But at least the FDA is recognizing that

“The issue of diversity for us is not simply a matter of race; it is the issue of creating a climate in which ideas that are different are welcomed and people who are different are welcomed.”

Gorden Gee, former chancellor, Vanderbilt University, 2000

Editorials represent the opinions of the Sauk Valley Media Editorial Board.

Quotes brought to you courtesy of

annMcFEATTERS Ann McFeatters has covered the White House and national politics since 1986.

Contact her at amcfeatters@nationalpress.com.

Viagra is not the end of the libido discussion.

The FDA also has made news by approving OxyContin as a painkiller for children 11 and over.

With the addictive and costly drug a major reason for the rise in heroin use, some people have expressed dismay. Marijuana advocates point out that medical cannabis oil remains illegal for children.

THE EVERPOPULAR Army Capt.

Kristen Griest IRS has disclosed that Griest and 1st twice as Lt. Shayne Haver are the many taxfirst women payers were to complete hit by identhe grueling tity thieves Ranger as previousSchool, even as Congress ly thought cuts military because of spending, the agency’s writes columnist Ann i n e p t i t u d e McFeatters. in protecting sensitive data. Such as hundreds of thousands of Social Security numbers. This is on top of loss of sensitive personal data lost by federal employees.

FINALLY, THE National Labor Relations Board has put the kibosh on unions for college athletes. This caused great rejoicing among colleges and the National College Athletic Association, which said piously that it has only the interests of its young athletes at heart. Collective bargaining may have been a step too far, but it’s hard to believe that the bottom line has not ruled again.

It is to be hoped that this litany of federal foibles has not depressed you.

But at least you had a few moments without considering two politicians named Hillary and Donald.

Note to readers: Ann McFeatters is an op-ed columnist for Tribune News Service. Readers may send her email at amcfeatters@ nationalpress.com.

Illinois Budget Stalemate

55 days

without a state budget for the fiscal year that started July 1.

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GPS leads wife to shocking revelation Dear Abby, I’m nearly 100 percent sure my husband is cheating on me. I tracked him a couple of times using the GPS on his phone and saw he wasn’t where he told me he would be.

I know he has a female acquaintance who lives in the general area of where he was, so I did a little investigating. Sure enough, she lives exactly where he was. I don’t know whether to confront him now, or wait to try to catch him at her house so there will be no denying it.

My husband is the last person on Earth I thought would cheat.

When it comes to everything else in life, he’s a man of high standards and integrity. I’m afraid to be on my own because

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

I never have been. I don’t see how I/we can afford a divorce. Please help!

– In Shock in Florida Dear In Shock, You must have suspected that something wasn’t right, or you wouldn’t have been tracking your husband’s whereabouts.

Now that you know for certain he hasn’t been truthful, protect yourself

by consulting an attorney who specializes in family law.

This does not mean I’m suggesting you divorce your husband. However, you will be enlightened about what your rights are as his wife. Armed with that information, if you decide to drop by the woman’s house while your husband is there and confront them, it may help your husband recognize that a divorce isn’t in his financial interest and give him an incentive to repair your marriage.

Dear Abby, Would it be rude to invite someone to a festive occasion weeks after he or she lost a loved one? Is there a time frame or an etiquette reference? It seems callous

to issue an invitation, but if I didn’t, I’d feel like I’m shunning or forgetting the person. I am looking for a mature way to approach this. Have you any thoughts you can offer?

– Treading Lightly in New York City Dear Treading Lightly, Call the person and say you are thinking about him or her, and ask how your friend is doing.

During the conversation, allude to the fact that you’ll be having a celebration and mention that if he or she is feeling up to it, the invitation is open.

Your friend may surprise you and accept because there is no timetable for grief, and much of the grieving may have been done while the deceased

was alive and ailing.

However, if your friend declines, at least he/she will know you were thinking about him/her, and that’s very important at a time like this.

Dear Abby, Our bright, attractive daughter recently told us that she’s seeing a transgender man. For financial reasons, this man has not had a complete sex change. He still has a female body part.

This has caused deep division within our family because, while we love our daughter, we also refuse to see this as being “normal” and believe it will have a negative impact on our daughter professionally.

Please advise.

– Living a Nightmare in New Mexico

Dear Living a Nightmare, Unless the person your daughter is seeing wears a sign describing his genitalia, your daughter’s career should not be affected. This should be nobody’s business – including yours.

Because you love your daughter, concentrate less on what’s “missing” and more on what they share together and the happiness they bring each other, and you’ll all be better off.

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

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

SUPPORT GROUPS, CLUBS AND SERVICES Tuesday, Aug. 25 Childhood immunization clinic; women, infants and children clinic; and family planning services, Lee County Health Department, 309 S. Galena Ave., Suite 100, Dixon. Appointments: 815-284-3371.

Kiwanis Club of Sterling, 6:45-7:45 a.m., Ryberg Auditorium, CGH Medical Center, 100 E. LeFevre Road, Sterling, 815499-4866.

American Red Cross blood drive, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Robert Fulton Community Center and Transit Facility, 912 Fourth St., Fulton.

Appointments: 800-733-2767.

Sisters in Christ, 9 a.m., Congregational Church, 1602 13th Ave., Rock Falls.

Golden K Kiwanis, 9 a.m., Dixon Senior Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon.

Gaffey Home Nursing and Hospice blood pressure clinic, 9-11 a.m., Northland Mall, 2900 E. Lincolnway, Sterling, 815-6263467.

Weight Watchers, 9:30 a.m., 6 p.m., Loveland Community House, 513 W. Second St., Dixon.

Free blood pressure clinic, 10-11:30 a.m., Oregon Living & Rehab Center, 811 S. 10th St. Commodities, 10 a.m.-noon, Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815622-9230.

Senior Information Services, 10 a.m.-noon, Mount Carroll Senior Center, 306 N. Main St., 800-541-5479.

Blood pressure checks, 10 a.m., Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon, 815-732-3253.

Blood pressure checks, 10-11 a.m., Hub City Senior Center, 401

Cherry Ave., Rochelle.

Facing the Challenge Cancer Support Group, 11 a.m., Home of Hope Cancer Wellness Center, 1637 Plock Road, Dixon, 815288-4673.

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

Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, open; 6 p.m., open, women’s; 7:30 p.m., open, 90-92 Hennepin Ave., Dixon.

Sterling Noon Lions, noon-1 p.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-622-9230.

Sterling Rotary Club, noon, YWCA of the Sauk Valley, 412 First Ave., Sterling.

Dixon Noon Lions, noon, private dining room, KSB Hospital, 403 E. First St., Dixon. Public is welcome.

Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, closed, tradition; 3:30 p.m., closed; 7 p.m., closed, Big Book, Bazaar Americana, 609 W. Third St., Sterling.

Volunteer Care Center of Lee County, 2-5 p.m., 101 W. Second St., Dixon. Appointment: 815-284-9555.

Red Cross blood drive, 4-7 p.m., 112 W. Second St., Rock Falls. Appointment: 815-6250382.

Dixon TOPS IL617 meeting, 5 p.m., Eells meeting room, St. Luke Episcopal Church, 221 W. Third St., Dixon, 815-284-8321.

Caregivers Support Group, 6 p.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-622-9230.

TOPS 253, 6-7:30 p.m., Morningside of Sterling, 2705 Avenue E, Sterling, 815-622-2820.

Affliction of Addiction Narcotics Anonymous, 6 p.m., First Christian Church, 506 Fifth Ave., Rock Falls, 779-245-3487.

Downstairs, west door.

Overeaters Anonymous, 6 p.m., Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, 815-379-2293.

NAMI Sauk Area, 6:30 p.m., Sinnissippi Centers, 325 state Route 2, Dixon, namisaukvalley@ gmail.com or 815-244-1405.

Northeast Area Watch Group, 6:30 p.m., Dixon Police Department community room, 306 S. Hennepin Ave., schowell@dixonpd.com or 815-284-7197.

Working Women’s Grief Support Group, 6:30 p.m., KSB Hospice office, Commerce Towers, 215 E. First St., Dixon.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., closed, 606 Brown Ave., Ashton.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., closed, step, 304 Seventh Ave. W, Lyndon.

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

Alcoholics Anonymous Beginners, 7 p.m., closed; 8 p.m., closed, First Presbyterian Church, 410 Second Ave., Sterling.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., open, Rolling Hills Center, 201 state Route 64, Lanark.

Sauk Valley Alcoholics Anonymous Group, 7 p.m., open, As Bill Sees It, back door, 1503 First Ave., Rock Falls.

Rock Falls Lodge 936 AF & AM, 7:30 p.m., 117 W. Second St., Rock Falls.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7:30 p.m., closed, Village of Progress,

710 S. 13th St., Oregon.

Al-Anon-Alateen, 8 p.m., private dining room, KSB Hospital, 403 E. First St., Dixon.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., closed, All Saints Lutheran Church, 624 Luther Drive, Byron Wednesday, Aug. 26 Childhood immunization clinic; women, infants and children clinic; and family planning services, Lee County Health Department, 309 S. Galena Ave., Suite 100, Dixon. Appointments: 815-284-3371.

Dixon Kiwanis Club meeting, 7 a.m., private dining room, KSB Hospital, 403 E. First St., Dixon.

Mercy Nursing Services Free blood pressure clinic, 9-11 a.m., Northland Mall, 2900 E. Lincolnway, Sterling.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 9 a.m., closed, Church of the Brethren, 215 North Court St., Dixon.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 9 a.m., women’s group; noon; 3:30 p.m.; 7 p.m., Bazaar Americana, 609 W. Third St., Sterling.

Nurturing Program, 9:15 a.m., Sinnissippi Centers Inc., 2611 Woodlawn Road, Sterling, 815625-0013 or 800-782-1584.

Blood pressure checks, 10-11 a.m., Morningside of Sterling, 2705 Avenue E, 815564-2145.

American Red Cross blood drive, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., 112 W. Second St., Rock Falls. Appointments: 800-733-2767.

Blood pressure checks, 10;30-11:30 a.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-622-9230.

Mercy Nursing Services Free

blood pressure clinic, 11 a.m.noon, Dixon Food Center – Red Fox, 500 Chicago Ave., Dixon.

People with Disabilities Support Group, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Civic Plaza I, Rock Falls, 815625-7860 (voice) or 815-6257863 (TDD).

Whiteside County Health Department Free blood pressure clinic, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Julie’s Cafe, 501 First St., Albany, 815-772-4213.

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

Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, closed, Big Book; 6 p.m., closed, Big Book, tradition, 90-92 S. Hennepin Ave., Dixon.

Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, closed, Grapevine; 6 p.m., closed, Spanish; 3:30 p.m., closed; 7 p.m., closed, Bazaar Americana, 609 W. Third St., Sterling.

Affliction of Addiction Narcotics Anonymous, noon, 6 p.m., First Christian Church, 506 Fifth Ave., Rock Falls, 779-245-3487.

Downstairs, west door.

Sauk Valley Alcoholics Anonymous Group, noon, open, Big Book; 8 p.m., open, Big Book, back door, 1503 First Ave., Rock Falls.

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

Free blood pressure check, 1-3 p.m., Amboy Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, 15 W. Wasson Road, Amboy, 815-857-2550.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 1:30 p.m., open, St. Patrick Community Center, 903 N. Caron Road, Rochelle.

Parkinson’s Support Group, 2-3 p.m., Morningside of Sterling,

2705 Avenue E, Sterling, 815622-2800.

Women’s Support Group, 5-6:30 p.m., Choices Domestic Violence Program office, 114 W. Market St., Mount Carroll.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 5:30 p.m., step, tradition, United Methodist Church, 201 E. Chicago Ave., Davis Junction.

The Kick-It Ticket Narcotics Anonymous, 6 p.m., basement, Fellows Street door, The Worship Center, 403 N. Ottawa Ave., Dixon, 815-677-9694.

Caregiver Support Group, 6 p.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling.

Dixon Lioness Club, 6 p.m., VFW Post 540, 1560 Franklin Grove Road, 815-973-0374.

Pearl, a self-esteem support group of the YWCA Domestic Violence Program, 6 p.m., 815625-0333.

Whiteside County Democratic Party, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Carpenters Local Union No. 790, 1008 Seventh Ave., Rock Falls, 815-625-4657, public welcome.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., open, Immanuel Lutheran Church, 960 U.S. Route 52., Amboy.

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

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

Rock River Grange, 7:30 p.m., Masonic Lodge, 1409 N. Galena Ave., Dixon, 815-973-1490.

Alcoholics Anonymous 8 p.m., closed, Polo Town Hall, 117 N. Franklin Ave.

COMMUNITY EVENTS County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-622-9230.

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

Tampico Farmers Market, 3-6 p.m., Reagan Park, Main and Glassburn streets, Tampico, 815718-0818.

Tacos, 4-8 p.m., Latin American Social Club, 2708 W. Fourth St., Sterling, 815-625-8290.

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

Loaves and Fishes, 5-6 p.m., Holloway Center, St. Patrick Catholic Church, 612 Highland Ave., Dixon, 815-284-7719. A free, hot meal for the needy.

Sauk Valley Chess Club, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Northland Mall, 2900 E. Lincolnway, Sterling; 815-622-8838.

Tuesday, Aug. 25 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., Post House Community Center, 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 doughnuts, 9-10 a.m., Hub City Senior Center, 401 Cherry Ave., Rochelle, 815-562-5050.

Morning Whittle, 9 a.m., Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon, 815-732-3252.

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

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

Farmers Market, 10-11 a.m., Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, 815288-9236.

Community coffee and doughnuts, 10 a.m., Oregon Living & Rehab Center, 811 S. 10th St., 815-732-7994.

Triple Play Tuesday Program, 10:30 a.m., Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon, 815732-3252.

Lifescape lunch, 11:30 a.m., Post House Community Center, 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.

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

There is a cost; registration is necessary.

Organized bowling games, noon, Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon.

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

Bingo, 12:15 p.m., Robert Fulton Community Center and Transit Facility, 912 Fourth St., Fulton, 815-589-3925.

Euchre, 12:30 p.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-6229230.

Bingo, 12:30 p.m., Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon, 815-732-3252.

Pinochle, 1 p.m., Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon.

Euchre 101, 1 p.m., Robert Fulton Community Center and Transit Facility, 912 Fourth St., Fulton, 815-589-3925.

Farmers Market, 3-6 p.m., Lanark City Park, 200 W. Claremore St., Lanark. Rain or shine.

Adult Readers’ Group, 6 p.m., library conference room, Sterling Public Library, 815-625-1370.

Book Discussion Group, 6:30-8 p.m., Dixon Public Library, 221 S. Hennepin Ave., Dixon, 815-284-7261.

Bingo, 7 p.m., Sterling Moose Family Center, 2601 E. Lincolnway, Sterling, 815-625-0354.

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Monday, Aug. 24 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., Post House Community Center, 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.

Mexican Train dominoes, 9 a.m., Hub City Senior Center, 401 Cherry Ave., Rochelle, 815562-5050.

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

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

Scrabble, 10 a.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-622-9230.

Zumba class, 10:30 a.m., Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, 815-288-9236.

Lifescape lunch, 11:30 a.m., Post House Community Center, 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, Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon.

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

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

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., Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon.

Friendly Mexican Train dominoes, 12:30 p.m., Whiteside

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Monday, August 24, 2015

FRANCE

Attacker was ready to ‘fight to the end’ Three Americans who sprung into action, subdued assailant, to receive Legion of Honor PARIS (AP) – Three American travelers say they relied on gut instinct and a close bond forged over years of friendship as they took down a heavily armed man on a passenger train speeding through Belgium.

U.S. Airman Spencer Stone, recounting for the first time on Sunday how a likely catastrophe was averted 2 days earlier, said the gunman, an assault rifle strapped to his bare chest, seemed like he was “ready to fight to the end.” But he added, “So were we.”

Without a note of bravado but a huge dose of humility, the three described Friday’s drama on an Amsterdam-toParis fast train.

His arm in a sling, Stone, 23, said he was coming out of a deep sleep when the gunman appeared.

One of his friends, Alek Skarlatos, a 22-yearold National Guardsman recently back from Afghanistan, “just hit me on the shoulder and said ‘Let’s go.’”

French President Francois Hollande and a bevy of officials will present the Americans with the prestigious Legion of Honor today. A French citizen who first came across the gunman near a train bathroom and a British man who joined to help tie up the assailant also are being honored with the award, according to the president’s office.

The gunman, identified as 26-year-old Moroccan Ayoub El-Khazzani, is detained and being questioned by French counterterrorism police outside Paris. French and Spanish authorities say El-Khazzani is an Islamic extremist who may have spent time in Syria. El-Khazzani’s lawyer said on Sunday that he was homeless and trying to rob passengers on the train to feed himself.

Authorities in France, Belgium and Spain, where he once lived, are investigating the case. French authorities can legally hold him for questioning until Tuesday, when they must charge him or free him.

care Stone provided and checking cars for weapons elsewhere.

Stone and Skarlatos moved in to tackle the gunman and take his gun. The third young man, Anthony Sadler, 23, moved in to help subdue the assailant.

“All three of us started punching” him, Stone said. Stone said he choked him unconscious. A British businessman then joined in the fray.

Stone, of Carmichael, AP Frederic Leturque, mayor of Arras, France, speaks California, spoke at a live with the media Saturday outside the northern France news conference at the train station. A gunman opened fire with an automatic U.S. ambassador’s resiweapon on a high-speed train traveling from Amster- dence in Paris along with dam to Paris on Friday, wounding three before being Sadler, a senior at Sacrasubdued by three American passengers, officials said. mento State University in California, and Skarlatos, Skarlatos said El-KhazArmed with an arsenal of of Roseburg, Oregon. zani “clearly had no fire- weapons and apparently Stone is also credited arms training whatso- determined, he presented with saving a Frenchever,” but if he “even just a formidable challenge to American teacher woundgot lucky and did the right the vacationing friends ed in the neck with a gunthing he would have been who snapped into action shot wound and squirting able to operate through all out of what Skarlatos blood. Stone described eight of those magazines called “gut instinct.” matter-of-factly that he and we would’ve all been His and Stone’s military “just stuck two of my finin trouble, and probably training “mostly kicked gers in his hole and found wouldn’t be here today, in after the assailant was what I thought to be the along with a lot of other already subdued,” he artery, pushed down and people.” said, noting the medical the bleeding stopped.” He

said he kept the position until paramedics arrived, apparently in Arras.

El-Khezzani boarded in Brussels with what France’s interior minister said was an arsenal of weapons that included an automatic pistol, numerous loaded magazines and the box cutter. He was subdued while the train traveled through Belgium, but was taken into custody in the northern French town of Arras, where the train was rerouted.

El-Khezzani’s lawyer said her client doesn’t understand the suspicions, media attention or even that a person was wounded. For him, there were no gunshots fired, Sophie David said.

“He is dumbfounded that his action is being characterized as terrorism,” she said.

He described himself as homeless, and David said she had “no doubt” this was true, saying he was “very, very thin” as if suffering from malnutrition and “with a very wild look in his eyes.”

NORTH AND SOUTH KOREA

Talks between rival nations stretch into third day At moment, diplomacy pushes aside previous warnings of imminent war PYONGYANG, North Korea (AP) – Marathon negotiations by senior officials from the Koreas stretched into a third day Sunday as the rivals tried to pull back from the brink. South Korea’s military, meanwhile, said North Korea continued to prepare for a fight, moving unusual numbers of troops, hov-

ercraft and submarines to the border.

Officials described a “tense” mood but refused to provide details of the talks, which started Friday evening and whose second session began Saturday afternoon and was still going late Sunday night. For the time being, the diplomacy

pushed aside previous heated warnings of imminent war.

At issue is a South Korean demand that the North apologize for what Seoul says was a land mine attack that maimed two South Korean soldiers and that was followed by an artillery barrage last week.

North Korea denies both attacks and demands that Seoul stop antiPyongyang propaganda broadcasts started in

The length of the talks – nearly 10 hours for the first session and more than 18 for the second – and the lack of immediate progress are not unusual. While the Koreas often have difficulty agreeing to talks, once they do, overlong sessions are often the rule. After decades of animosity and bloodshed, however, finding common ground is much harder.

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talks came hours ahead of a Saturday deadline set by North Korea for the South to dismantle the propaganda loudspeakers. North Korea had declared that its front-line troops were in full war readiness and prepared to go to battle if Seoul did not back down.

South Korea said that even as the North was pursuing dialogue, its troops were preparing for a fight.

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When you flip a coin, it will come down heads or tails. In theory, half the time, you win; half the time, you lose. At the bridge table, when you take a finesse, in theory, half the time, it wins; half the time, it loses. Wouldn’t it be nice to get better odds?

Well, sometimes you can.

This week we are going to study endplays by declarer.

He gives an opponent the lead when that opponent has to make a lead that gains declarer a trick (or at the worst, allows him to break even).

In today’s deal, South is in six spades. West leads the club queen. Declarer wins with his ace and cashes the spade ace, be-

ing disgruntled to see East discard a club. How should South continue?

North’s raise to three spades promised 5-7 support points.

With an unavoidable

trump loser, it looks as though declarer needs the diamond finesse to work – but not so. He should cash his spade king and club king, ruff his last club in the dummy, and take his heart tricks.

The key position has been reached. Two of the three side suits have been eliminated, and declarer has trumps in each hand to benefit from a ruff-and-sluff.

Now South gives West the lead by exiting with a trump. What can West do after winning with his queen?

Nothing. If he leads a diamond, it is away from the king. Or if he plays his last club, South ruffs in the dummy and sluffs his diamond queen.

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Bring the space age to your home decor

BY ASHLEY POSKIN Special to Sauk Valley Media

One of the most fun DIY projects to work on is art for your walls. It’s a fantastic way to be creative while tackling a project that can be useful and add to the overall look of your home.

I’ve been watching a lot of “The Astro-

naut Wives Club” lately (the fashion and home decor are to die for !) and have been on the lookout for Sputnik chandeliers and other Sputnik-influenced home decor to make an appearance.

The Sputnik craze started in the late 1950s after its namesake’s first launch and was popular throughout the 1960s

in the “Atomic Age” of design. The design, modern and sleek, has outlived its era, and continues to be a popular theme in home decor.

So, do we want to purchase the metal version of this in a design store for hundreds of dollars ...or DIY it for just a few bucks? You know my answer!

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Bring the bamboo skewers and smooth foam balls outdoors and spray paint, making sure to cover all sides. Do this in 4 steps, rotating the skewers a ¼ turn after the last painted side has dried. After everything has dried, bring it back inside and lay it out on a large work surface.

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If you plan to use a large amount of sticks, start by placing them on one side of the ball and work your way across to the other.

If you want to use only a few, go ahead and place them randomly.

Try to fill in spots between the skewers; you do not want a uniform look.

Look for a seam line down the middle of the foam balls, use this as a guide. Stay on just one side of the line (or as close to it as you can) so your starburst will properly hang on the wall. Also identify the side of the ball that has a small hole or indentation; this is the back side and won’t be pierced with any skewers. Begin to pierce the front side of the foam ball with the spears, sticking them in at least ¼-inch deep.

Hot tip: Once you commit to placing a skewer, just go with it. The fewer times you pierce the foam the more secure the skewers will be.

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Boat back with quite a haul – not a good one

NWS: 2 twisters touched down in DuPage County

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) – Far away from California’s coast, where the Pacific Ocean currents swirl, the blue of the sea was replaced by fishing nets, buckets, buoys, laundry baskets and unidentifiable pieces of plastic that floated past the Ocean Star, a ship carrying a team of scientists and volunteers gathering data on plastic garbage.

“We were surrounded by an endless layer of garbage,” sad Serena Cunsolo, an Italian marine biologist who works for The Ocean Cleanup.

Cunsolo, 28, was one of a team of 15 researchers and volunteers aboard the Ocean Star who a month ago set out from San Francisco to study the plastic waste as part of the “Mega Expedition,” a major step in the organization’s effort to eventually clean up what’s known as the Great Pacific Garbage Patch.

The 171-foot mother ship, carrying massive white bags filled with plastic garbage, returned on Sunday to San Francisco

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It was a pretty good illustration of why it is such an urgent thing to clean up ... if we don’t clean it up soon, we’ll give the big plastic time to break into smaller and smaller pieces.

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Boyan Slat, The Ocean Cleanup founder

along with two sailing boats with volunteers who helped collect the garbage samples.

Most of the trash they found, including a 1-ton fishing net, is medium to large-sized pieces, as opposed to confettilike plastic shards that can easily enter the food chain after being eaten by small fish and birds and are extremely difficult to clean up, said Boyan Slat, who founded The Ocean Cleanup and has developed a technology that he says can start removing the garbage by 2020.

“It was a good illustration of why it is such an urgent thing to clean up, because if we don’t clean it up soon, we’ll give the big plastic time to break into smaller and smaller pieces,” Slat said.

Volunteer crews on 30 boats have been measuring the size and mapping the location of tons of plas-

tic waste floating between the West Coast and Hawaii that according to some estimates covers an area twice the size of Texas.

Slat said the group will publish a report of its findings by mid-2016 and after that they hope to test out a 1-mile barrier to collect garbage near Japan. The ultimate goal is the construction of a 60-mile barrier in the middle of the Pacific.

The expedition was sponsored by The Ocean Cleanup, an organization founded by Slat, a 21-yearold innovator from the Netherlands who has envisioned using long-distance floating barriers that will attach to the seabed with an anchoring system used by oil-drilling rigs. The devices will target ocean currents full of waste and skim garbage from the surface while aquatic life and the currents themselves pass underneath.

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After you’ve skewered the sphere with as many sticks as you like, take it back outside once more and give it one final coat of spray paint. This time, be sure to get the blunt ends and any parts of the foam that might have fallen out during the process.

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NAPERVILLE (AP) – The National Weather Service says two weak tornadoes touched down in DuPage County last week.

Remember that little hole/indentation on the back side of the foam ball?

This is what you’ll use to hang it on the wall. A finishing nail is long, and fits perfectly inside the indentation. The sputnik will hang off the wall at a slight angle, but it will be secure.

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The Daily Herald reports that an E-0 tornado stayed on the ground Tuesday for 3 miles, from far southeastern Naperville to Woodridge. An E-0 rating is the weakest on a 0-to-5 scale, with winds topping 70 to 80 mph.

That tornado damaged or uprooted several trees, including one that fell onto a power line.

Weather forecasters say a second E-0 tornado developed Tuesday night in Downers Grove and stayed on the ground for only about a quarter-mile.

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Wounded wing Falcons veteran receiver Roddy White undergoes minor surgery on his elbow. First-year coach Dan Quinn says the 33-year-old receiver should be back for regular-season opener.

Coming Tuesday!

It’s about time to talk about the other football.

SVM previews the upcoming boys soccer season in the Sauk Valley in Tuesday’s editions. Be sure to check it out.

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ndianapolis was very good to the Bears this week.

In their first practice against the Colts on Wednesday, they got a wake-up call, letting them know how far they had to go just to compete with one of the NFL’s top teams.

In practice No. 2, the offense continued to struggle, due in large part to a lack of healthy bodies and talent at wide receiver and right tackle, but the defense responded nicely and actually outplayed one of the league’s best offenses in all but the 2-minute drills.

The payoff came in the Bears’ 23-11 exhibition victory over the Colts on Saturday night, in which they were in fact the better team – for this particular Saturday night.

Now let’s not get ahead of ourselves. The Colts will be a Super Bowl contender this year, while the Bears will do their best to avoid a second straight top-10 pick in the draft.

In spite of the fact the Bears outplayed the Colts at every level, first string down to the fours, anyone who thinks the Bears are the better team is almost certainly functioning post-frontal lobotomy.

What matters in the preseason is that your team gets better every day and from week to week, and the Bears clearly accomplished that in Indy.

We needed to see the first-team defense get a stop, and they came up with a couple on the strength of big plays from their big-play guys, Pernell McPhee and Jared Allen.

We wanted the first-team offense to move the ball and get points, and it did.

That they stalled in the red zone and settled for Robbie Gould’s leg is understandable for now while they continue to play with second- and third-string receivers, and Charles Leno playing right tackle a lot like Jordan Mills does.

If you watched closely, or go back and look at the tape, you’ll see quarterback Jay Cutler playing exactly the way coach John Fox and Adam Gase want him to, completing 8 of 9 safe throws with no mistakes, and coming out of the pocket for positive yards when there was nothing there rather than putting the ball up for grabs.

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The West Carroll Thunder practice last week in Savanna. Matt Leitzen, who is starting his first season as head coach at West Carroll, has instilled some enthusiasm in the program, and it’s resulted in more students joining the team.

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West Carroll rotates into good place with new coach Leitzen

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Another year of West Carroll Thunder football means another rotation on the carousel of lineup changes.

Only this time, it’s back to square one for several Thunder players.

Excitement of new changes in the Thunder program has brought in more numbers, and a deeper depth chart.

While most schools in the Northwest Upstate Illini Conference are struggling with depth, West Carroll – a school whose enrollment has dropped by onethird since its formation in 2004 – has

• Head coach Matt Leitzen is a 1996 Stockton graduate, and was a volunteer assistant for the Blackhawks during their 1A runner-up season in 2011. seen an increase for the first time since its 3-year string of playoff appearances from 2006-08.

Seniors Eric LaShelle and Ethan Mangler are happy to be at their respective positions this year.

“We’ve always switched back and forth between positions because we never had the depth as a team,” Mangler said.

“I went from a quarterback, to a running

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back, back to a quarterback my junior year for half a season, and now back to a running back this year. Being a bigger team, it’s going to be nice having that much depth.”

LaShelle had a more unique rotation of changes. He played offensive guard as a freshman and a junior, and is back to being a fullback after a 1-year absence.

“It makes such a big depth chart, especially for the offensive line,” LaShelle said. “We didn’t have very many at all last year.”

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Back nine just fine Scheidecker enjoys last half at Rock River

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Top Class A teams 1. Geneseo 382; 2. Byron 407; 3. Rockridge 412

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Oregon’s Ali Scheidecker tees off Saturday during the Rocket Invite at Rock River Golf & Pool. Scheidecker placed third in the 80-player Class A division.

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ROCK FALLS – Coming into Saturday, Oregon golfer Ali Scheidecker had never seen the back nine at Rock River Golf and Pool. Turns out she’s a big fan, especially of the greens.

The junior rode her short game to an 84 at the Rocket Invitational, good for third place in the 15-team Class A division.

“All my chips were doing what I wanted them to do, and my putting on the back nine was spot-on,” Scheidecker said. “My drives were down the middle, too, and the ones

Top 3 Class AA teams 1. Galesburg 334; 2. Payton-Jones 349; 3. Niles West 394 that weren’t, I got the ball back in the fairway.

“Last year, we got rained out after only playing the front nine, so I went into the back nine blind. I’m pretty happy with the way I played it.”

Scheidecker’s twin sister, Abi, just missed out on a top-5 finish, shooting a 90 to place sixth among 80 golfers.

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Test drive Reggie Wayne Free agent receiver took a physical with the Patriots on Sunday. The 14-year veteran spent his entire career with Indianapolis.

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Dixon fifth at Rockford invitational The Dixon Dukes placed fifth out of 15 teams at the Rockford Jefferson Invitational on Saturday at Atwood Golf Course.

The Dukes scored a 254 in the best-ball format that split the six golfers from each team into three pairs.

Cole Ruckman and Jake Bonnell fired a 76, good for third place out of 45 two-man teams.

Olivia Pultorak and Patrick Johnson shot an 87, and Jackson Jefferey and Anton Halla added 91s.

NFL

Bears’ White undergoes surgery Chicago Bears receiver Kevin White had surgery to repair the stress fracture in his left shin on Sunday in the Chicago area.

As general manager Ryan Pace described it on Aug. 15, White was to have a rod inserted in his left tibia to aid his recovery from the fracture he suffered in June and aggravated earlier this month.

The Bears have offered no timetable for White’s return to football. But the rookie likely will miss the 2015 season. Pace selected White seventh overall in April in his first draft as GM. MLB

Seattle cuts reliever Rodney Fernando Rodney’s volatile tenure with the Seattle Mariners ended unceremoniously Saturday night when the 38-year-old was designated for assignment.

Rodney thrived in his first season with Seattle after signing a 2-year, $14-million deal with the club two winters ago, leading the majors with 48 saves while managing a 2.85 ERA and 76 strikeouts over 66 1/3 innings in 2014.

This season, however, Rodney was unable to replicate the success he enjoyed last summer, losing the closer’s job in early July while stumbling to a 5.68 ERA and 1.50 WHIP across 54 appearances.

TRACK & FIELD

Bolt wins 100-meter final After 2 years of uncertainty, Usain Bolt produced the biggest clutch performance of his career Sunday to beat Justin Gatlin with a lunge at the line in the 100-meter final at the world championships in Beijiing.

Bolt was trailing for almost the entire race in the biggest showdown in the sport in years. But with gritted teeth, the two-time Olympic champion clawed back into contention and made his giant stride count to win in 9.79 seconds – .01 seconds faster than the American veteran.

AUTO RACING

Hamilton wins Belgian Grand Prix Lewis Hamilton won the Belgian Grand Prix on Sunday from the pole, easily holding off Mercedes teammate Nico Rosberg and padding his lead in the Formula One championship standings.

The defending champion finished 2 seconds ahead for his sixth victory of the season in 11 races.

Roger Federer Swiss tennis star defeated Novak Djokovic at the Western & Southern Open in Cincinnati 7-6 (1), 6-3, to improve to 7-0 at the event.

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BRISTOL, Tenn. – All of the crew members who work on Clint Bowyer’s team know they’ll be out of a job in 12 more races. Like everyone else at Michael Waltrip Racing, they face an uncertain future in NASCAR following this week’s announcement that the organization will close at the end of the season.

Bowyer insisted that wouldn’t stop his No. 15 team from trying to win the championship.

It was a noble claim from the driver, who will likely be just fine and move on to another job in 2016. But there’s never any guarantee those around him won’t lose their desire to put forth full effort on behalf of an employer who is shuttering the organization.

There was no quit Saturday night, though, as Bowyer grabbed a fifth-place finish at Bristol Motor Speedway to remain in contention for NASCAR’s playoffs.

“We desperately needed a solid run,” Bowyer said. “Obviously, you’re hungry for a win with this organization. It’s fun to be a part of a group that can answer the call when you’ve got to dig down and reach down and get a little bit more to get in that Chase and be a part of an elite group.

“These guys are up for the challenge.”

Bowyer is 15th in the Sprint Cup standings with two races remaining to set the Chase for the championship field. He’s holding the final transfer spot into the 16-driver field, and his finish Saturday night gave him a 35-point advantage over Aric Almirola.

It was a small victory for MWR, which learned Wednesday that co-owner Rob Kauffman had no plans to field cars in 2016.

Bowyer was released from his

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• Sterling, Prophetstown, Indian Creek at Rock Falls • Alleman at Erie 4:15 p.m.

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Clint Bowyer was given a release from his contract to pursue a new job for 2016 after Michael Waltrip Racing said it will not run any cars full-time next season.

Top 5 finishers Irwin Tools Night Race 1. Joey Logano (176 laps led) 2. Kevin Harvick 3. Denny Hamlin (54 laps led) 4. Jimmie Johnson 5. Clint Bowyer contract, which still had two seasons remaining, and decided he didn’t want to follow Kauffman to Chip Ganassi Racing.

David Ragan’s deal was only to complete this season for Brian Vickers, who has been sidelined with health issues. He and Bowyer are both looking for new rides.

But the rest of the MWR employees face a far more uncertain future. Two cars are dropping off the Sprint Cup Series grid, which means those jobs are vanishing. Some employees may land elsewhere, but there aren’t enough openings in the industry

for everyone.

It could be particularly difficult for the high-level employees to find similar work without another team expanding.

It makes for an unsettling atmosphere at a time when Bowyer and his No. 15 team need to be nearly flawless.

Bowyer has little doubt they can stay focused and get him in the Chase. He noted that his team has been performing well for the last 5 weeks – four finishes of eighth or better, and he was inside the top-10 before he wrecked at Michigan – and the group understands the stakes.

“Let’s face it, the last month these guys have answered the call and are really digging down deep and finding that extra something that you have to find for a championship-caliber team to compete and be a part of that Chase,” Bowyer said.

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Erie junior Sera Bebon was the only other local in the top 10, placing 10th with a 95. Only 11 Class A golfers broke 100.

Unlike Ali Scheidecker, Bebon felt her short game held back what could have been a much better round.

“I didn’t putt real well, and my short game around these small greens wasn’t very good,” Bebon said. “I hit my utility club really well, but I didn’t feel like it was one of my best rounds.

“But it’s the first big tournament of the year, and it can only get better from here.”

Erie placed fourth as a team with a 417, while Oregon was sixth with a 436. Rock Falls placed 10th (464), and Prophetstown took 12th (484).

Liz Lego led the Rockets with a 107, while Hannah Kolling’s 117 was the low score for the Prophets.

Geneseo won the A team title with a 382, 25 strokes better than runner-up Byron; it’s the Maple Leafs’ second title in 3 years.

Senior Monica Lieving led the way with an 8-over par 80 to finally break through as medalist after coming close the last couple of years.

“I was second here the last 2 years, so it feels good to finally win,” Lieving said. “I kept the ball in play by hitting my hybrid on every hole instead of my driver,

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Rock Falls’ Liz Lego tees off from the third tee box during Saturday’s Rocket Invitational. Lego led the Rockets with a 107. and I made some significant putts, including an eagle on my last hole.

I’m definitely happy with how I played today, and I’m even happier that we won as a team again.”

Princeton’s Arraia Hicks was runner-up with an 83, with Byron’s Kaley Mumma (87) and Rockridge’s Jillian Stone (89) rounding out the top five.

The Class AA division was much more tightly contested, especially in the individual race. Chicago PaytonJones’ Myah Jackson

fired an even-par 72 to edge Galesburg junior Taylor Nesselroad by three strokes.

Jackson couldn’t pinpoint one key to her round, but was happy with how she worked around her miscues.

“I guess at the end of the day, this course fits well with my strengths and weaknesses,” Jackson said. “I screwed up on a few drives and chips, but I hit some good shots, too, and I guess it worked out.”

Galesburg cruised to the team title, firing a 334 to beat Payton-Jones

by 15 shots. Nesselroad was one of four Silver Streaks in the top 10, as they were the only team to shoot six scores below 100. Kirsten Osborn finished third (80), Rylee Chockley placed eighth (88), and Jenna Heck took 10th (91).

“I’m so elated about winning the team title,” Nesselroad said. “I knew we had it in us, but when I saw that we had actually done it, I almost jumped on all my teammates to hug them. I just couldn’t be prouder of how we played today.”

It was even sweeter for the Streaks due to the fact that they missed last year’s tournament because their teachers were on strike. Nesselroad won the individual title as a freshman in 2013, firing an 80, and she didn’t feel like she played her best that day.

“To be honest, I knew I had the ability to shoot even lower,” Nesselroad said, “and I wanted to come out here today and tear it up. My approach shots and short game were really good, and while I didn’t drive it very far today, I kept it in the fairway.

“It was such a good day that when I missed a par putt on my last hole, my coach just laughed at me when I got a little mad.”

Sterling competed in the big-school portion of the meet, but didn’t post a team score, as only three golfers played. Rachel Spencer had a 121, Abby Sheets shot a 125, and Jessica Rahn fired a 155 for the Golden Warriors.

• Aquin at Oregon Boys soccer 4:30 p.m.

• Mendota at Oregon TBA

• Dixon at Earlville-Leland Invitational Volleyball 7 p.m.

• LaMoille at Amboy • Morrison at Annawan

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Today Little League baseball 11 a.m.

• World Series, U.S. vs.

International, consolation game, at Williamsport, Pa., ESPN 1 p.m.

• World Series, International elimination game, at Williamsport, Pa., ESPN 3 p.m.

• World Series, U.S. elimination game, at Williamsport, Pa., ESPN 5 p.m.

• World Series, International elimination game, at Williamsport, Pa., ESPN2 7 p.m.

• World Series, U.S. elimination game, at Williamsport, Pa., ESPN2

MLB 6 p.m.

• Astros at Yankees, MLB 7 p.m.

• Red Sox at White Sox, CSN 9 p.m.

• Cardinals at Diamondbacks, FSN/ESPN2

NFL preseason 7 p.m.

• Bengals at Buccaneers, ESPN

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Thunder Rough night in Pittsburgh raising Packers lose game to Steelers, Nelson to knee injury funds NFL PRESEASON | STEELERS 24, PACKERS 19

BY WILL GRAVES AP Sports Writer

PITTSBURGH – Aaron Rodgers and Ben Roethlisberger look ready for the regular season.

The immediate future for Jordy Nelson seems far more uncertain.

The Green Bay Pro Bowl wide receiver limped off with a potentially serious left knee injury in the first quarter of the Packers’ 24-19 preseason loss to the Steelers on Sunday. Nelson landed awkwardly while trying to cut after making an 8-yard reception on Green Bay’s opening drive, and did not return.

While Packers coach Mike McCarthy stressed the defending NFC North champions “will look for good news” when Nelson is re-evaluated in Green Bay on Monday, quarterback Aaron Rodgers expressed equal parts frustration and mystification.

“It’s difficult to lose a guy like that in a meaningless game,” Rodgers said.

Rodgers completed 4 of 5 passes for 57 yards during two series of work, with one drive ending with a touchdown run by Eddie Lacy, and the other with Rodgers getting sacked by James Harrison for a safety.

Roethlisberger played into the second quarter, connecting on 11 of 14 for 100 yards and a score. Pittsburgh Pro Bowl center Maurkice Pouncey left with a left ankle injury in the first quarter and did not return.

Pouncey, who missed all of 2013 after tearing multiple ligaments

AP

Packers tight end Richard Rodgers (89) stretches for the end zone to score a touchdown in front of Steelers defenders Terence Garvin (57) and Shamarko Thomas during Sunday’s preseason game in Pittsburgh. The Packers lost the game 24-19, and might lost receiver Jordy Nelson to a knee injury. in his right knee in the season opener, is out indefinitely. Coach Mike Tomlin said the ankle will likely require surgery.

“He got rolled up on, but he walked it off,” Steelers right tackle Marcus Gilbert said. “I

was hoping that it wasn’t nothing too bad. Once he got carted off, it struck me.”

After throwing a surprising 19 passes in the preseason opener against New England, Rodgers didn’t come close to that against

the Steelers, though the most significant throw Rodgers made came on a relatively innocuous hitch to Nelson on the sixth play.

The Packers were driving when Rodgers found Nelson on the right side for a short gain. Nelson appeared to have plenty of room to run when defensive back Antwon Blake slipped on the turf. When Nelson tried to cut, however, his left leg slid underneath him, sending Nelson tumbling to the ground.

Nelson managed to gingerly make it to the sideline under his own power before being taken to the locker room for further examination, a potentially devastating blow for the Packers and for the wide receiver who set career highs in receptions (98) and yards receiving (1,519) in 2014.

Lacy gave the Packers the lead four plays after Nelson’s exit with a remarkably easy 7-yard touchdown sprint through a massive hole on the left side of the line. A 2-point conversion by James Starks – through an equally massive hole on the right side – put Green Bay up 8-0.

“We’ve done some really good things the first 2 weeks, but shoot, there’s a lot of football still,” McCarthy said.

Pittsburgh’s defense regrouped on Green Bay’s next possession, with the 37-year-old Harrison beating backup left tackle Don Barclay – filling in for injured starter David Bakhtiari – and slamming into Rodgers in the end zone for a safety.

COLLEGE FOOTBALL | PRESEASON AP POLL

It’s unanimous: Buckeyes are No. 1 OSU becomes 1st team to receive every 1st-place vote in preseason poll

BY RALPH D. RUSSO AP College Football Writer

Ohio State is the first unanimous preseason No. 1 in history of The Associated Press college football poll.

The defending national champion Buckeyes received all 61 first-place votes from the media panel in the rankings released Sunday.

TCU is No. 2, followed

by Alabama, Baylor and Michigan State.

The Buckeyes won the first College Football Playoff championship last season, and are trying to become the 12th team to win consecutive AP titles since the poll began in 1936.

Preseason rankings date back to 1950. Since then, no team had received more than 97 percent of the first-place votes in a preseason poll.

In 2013, Alabama, which had won two straight championships, received

58 of 60 first-place votes, and defending champion Florida did the same in 2009. Neither finished the season No. 1.

The rest of this year’s preseason top 10 is Auburn, Oregon, USC, Georgia and Florida State.

Some interesting numbers from the preseason top 25 poll: 2: The last two times the Buckeyes opened the season at No. 1 (1998 and 2006), they finished No. 2.

6: The Pac-12 has six teams ranked in the preseason poll for the second straight year.

8: It is the eighth time Ohio State is ranked No. 1 in preseason. Only Oklahoma has been rated the top preseason team more times, with 10.

8: The SEC has eight teams ranked for the third time, the most by any conference. The SEC set the record in 2011, and had eight teams ranked last year.

AP Top 25

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Ohio State, seen here celebrating last year’s national championship victory, is a unanimous No. 1 in the AP preseason poll, released Sunday.

10: The preseason No. 1 has gone on to win the national title 10 times.

Only twice – Florida State in 1999 and USC in 2004 – has the top-ranked team in the preseason poll gone wire-to-wire as No. 1.

2 7 : Ohio State has appeared in the preseason poll for 27 consecutive years, the longest current streak, and the fourth-longest alltime. Oklahoma has the second-longest current streak at 16 years.

1. Ohio St. (1,525 pts) 2. TCU (1,428) 3. Alabama (1,322) 4. Baylor (1,263) 5. Michigan St. (1,256) 6. Auburn (1,192) 7. Oregon (1,156) 8. USC (1,085) 9. Georgia (991) 10. Florida St. (959) 11. Notre Dame (873) 12. Clemson (862) 13. UCLA (698) 14. LSU (675) 15. Arizona St. (605) 16. Georgia Tech (588) 17. Mississippi (563) 18. Arkansas (410) 19. Oklahoma (394) 20. Wisconsin (393) 21. Stanford (347) 22. Arizona (311) 23. Boise St. (240) 24. Missouri (219) 25. Tennessee (114) FYI: OSU received all 61 first-place votes, a first for the preseason AP poll.

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The playbook has undergone a complete overhaul, tossing out the shotgun offense, and switching defensive formations from man to zone.

During a meet-andgreet with the public in June at the high school, Leitzen announced that “the days of us losing by 50 have got to come to an end.” The Thunder gave up an average of 49 points per game last year.

“We’ve all just tried to forget that, Ethan Mangler and start West Carroll fresh with everything senior new,” Mangler said. “We have so many players that are playing so many positions that were missing last year that can come up and help us this year.”

“Everything’s new,” LaShelle said. “The whole team is looking forward to it, because nothing else has really worked. It’s now starting to all come together and look good.”

Soon after taking over, Leitzen went around the high school seeking out more kids to join the football team.

“Leitzen came around and talked to some of the kids, seeing if they could come out,” Thunder senior Stephen Santeramo said. “He got it to work, and we have a few more players.”

After a practice session last week, the Thunder players received their fundraiser cards to help raise money for the football program. Being a really big deal for the team, and the school, Leitzen strongly encouraged his players to be great salesmen.

Before practice was even over, Santeramo engaged in the first sale. He went to the first non-Thunder stranger at that practice session and attempted to sell a card.

The Thunder will also be looking to be a big sell to the western half of Carroll County with all of the new changes in place.

“With the new formations, they fit the skills and talents of the players that we have,” Santeramo said, “instead of trying to give them new talents and skills to fill it.”

Langford shows signs of being special back ARKUSH

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And how can you not love Cutler – no matter how much you dislike him, and we know most of you do – selling out at the goal line in a meaningless exhibition and lunging headfirst for pay dirt?

Yes, the offense is still in trouble.

Even when Alshon Jeffery comes back, it appears Marquess Wilson is not the answer on the other side, and now he has a hamstring to deal with to boot.

The Bears must find one or two veteran wideouts who can still play, or they will see eight or nine defenders in the box all day every Sunday.

And while the sample size is still small, and

he deserves at least one more shot, the only way to know that was Leno out there and not Mills was the 72 instead of 67.

There are things to fix that still may require another offseason.

But there are also bonuses we weren’t sure of before Saturday night.

I’ve been telling you running back Jeremy Langford is a stud. Now do you see what I’m talking about?

Yes, it was just a practice game, but I think he’s just beginning to scratch the surface.

There was good and bad on defense as well.

The Bears are going to struggle to stop the run at times, but they pressured Andrew Luck and Matt Hasselbeck all week long, and continued to for 60 minutes Saturday.

Will Sutton is a kid I never thought could make this team, but he’s been taking giant steps every day in practice, and now I’m not sure how they’re going to keep him off the field.

Ego Ferguson also continues to impress, and I thought Eddie Goldman was better this week than last.

If you didn’t know who Terrance Mitchell was, you do now, and he is going to make this team.

Sam Acho is a playmaker wherever you put him, and just by being on the field, Lamarr Houston and Willie Young made strides.

On the downside, I thought Shea McClellin was exposed, and Christian Jones still has a lot to learn, too.

Finally, one guy who had a tough week in

Indianapolis was cornerback Kyle Fuller, and truth be told, he’s not having a great camp.

Fuller cannot remain the anointed one much longer with Tim Jennings, Sherrick McManis and Mitchell all actually playing much better football than him so far this summer.

Still, when you total all the assets and liabilities on the balance sheet, it was a good week. What we saw in the Bears’ second exhibition is that Fox and defensive coordinator Vic Fangio are starting to put their stamps on this club.

There are still a ton of speed bumps and potholes to dodge, but these guys were much better this week than the week before, and in the exhibition season, that’s the name of the game.

AP

Bears running back Jeremy Langford (36) tries to fight through the tackle of Colts safety Clayton Geathers during their preseason game Saturday night in Indianapolis. The Bears won 23-11.

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WEEKEND SCOREBOARD

MLB ROUNDUP

Girls golf Saturday’s results

Rock Falls Invitational at Rock River Golf & Pool Class A Team scores 1. Geneseo 382; 2. Byron 407; 3. Rockridge 412; 4. Erie 417; 5. Princeton 426; 6.

Oregon 436; 7. Rockford Lutheran 439; 8.

Mercer County 449; 9. Orion 458; 10. Rock Falls 464; 11. Alleman 465; 12. Prophetstown 484; 13. Indian Creek 510; 14. St. Bede 525; 15. Lena-Winslow 541 Top 10 individuals 1. Monica Lieving (Geneseo) 80; 2. Arraia Hicks (Princeton) 83; 3. Ali Scheidecker (Oregon) 84; 4. Kaley Mumma (Byron) 87; 5. Jillian Stone (Rockridge) 89; 6. Abi Scheidecker (Oregon) 90; 7. Caitlin Schoepfer (Lutheran) 92; 8. Natalie Hooper (Lutheran) 93; 9. Regan Larson (Byron) 94; 10. Sera Bebon (Erie) 95 Other Erie scores: Madison Newton 100, Riley Redell 110, Sharon Kuhlmeier 112; Lexus Georgean 120, Heather Coers 130 Other Oregon scores: Haley Repass 110, Bre Bicksler 152, Allison Hunt 155 Rock Falls scores: Liz Lego 107, Tess Schaefer 113, Payton Law 121, Nikki Arduini 123, Adison Wolf 124, Kylee Ricketts 149 Prophetstown scores: Hannah Kolling 117, Rachael Driscoll 119, Madi Purvis 120, Jasmine Haggard 128, Ashley Cooney 155, Alyvia Hague 161 Class AA Team scores 1. Galesburg 334; 2. Payton-Jones 349; 3.

Niles West 394; 4. Moline 418; 5. Jacobs 462; 6. Harlem 499; 7. Rock Island 547 Top 10 individuals 1. Myah Jackson (Payton-Jones) 72; 2.

Taylor Nesselroad (Galesburg) 75; 3. Kirsten Osborn (Galesburg) 80; 4. Carson Racich (Harlem) 83*; 5. Sara Dym (Niles West) 83; 6.

Erica Jackson (Payton-Jones) 86; 7. Megan Medinger (Moline) 87; 8. Rylee Chockley (Galesburg) 88; 9. Izabel Cedeno (PaytonJones) 90; 10. Jenna Heck (Galesburg) 91 Sterling scores: Rachel Spencer 121, Abby Sheets 125, Jessica Rahn 155 * – won scorecard playoff

AP

The Cubs’ Miguel Montero (right) celebrates with teammate Anthony Rizzo at home plate after hitting a three-run home run during the third inning Sunday against the Braves at Wrigley Field. The Cubs won 9-3.

Cubs sweep Braves Fan injured after getting hit by line drive By the Associated Press

After watching his team’s latest homerfueled win, Cubs manager Joe Maddon took a few minutes to address the most frightening hit of the day.

Kris Bryant homered twice, and Kyle Schwarber connected an inning after lining a hard foul ball that sent a fan to the hospital Sunday at Wrigley Field as the Cubs beat Atlanta 9-3, the Braves’ seventh straight loss.

The game was briefly delayed in the first inning after Schwarber’s foul liner struck a female fan sitting just past the camera well on the firstbase side.

The woman was carried off on a stretcher and taken to a hospital.

The Cubs said she was conscious, but had no further details on her condition.

“Oh my God, awful,” Maddon said.

Several fans around the majors have been hit this season by fouls and flying bats, and Major League Baseball has said it is studying the issue of crowd safety.

Maddon issued his own warning.

“Pay attention. I hate to say, but those are wonderful seats. Probably pay a lot of money for them, you’re digging the fact that you’re right there. I watch, and I see people turning their back to the field when action is going. You just can’t do it, you can’t do it,” he said.

“But what I’m saying is, when you’re at the ballpark and you’re in those particular locations, watch what is going on. Don’t turn your head away from the action. Every time a ball is pitched, you look, you look and see, then you can go and talk. That’s probably the best answer, to just pay attention.”

The Cubs hit five home runs, including a leadoff shot by Dexter Fowler in the first inning, and a three-run drive by Miguel Montero.

Jason Hammel (7-5) allowed two runs in 6 1/3 innings. He also contributed an RBI single as the Cubs finished off a four-game sweep.

Cardinals 10, Padres 3:

Michael Wacha pitched six solid innings, and Stephen Piscotty homered twice and drove in

five runs to help St. Louis avoid a three-game sweep in San Diego.

Jason Heyward had three hits as St. Louis averted getting swept for the first time this season.

Wacha (15-4) got his fourth straight win, allowing one run and four hits while striking out three and walking two.

Mariners 8, White Sox 6: Robinson Cano had

a two-run homer, and Nelson Cruz doubled in two runs to help the Mariners avoid a threegame sweep in Seattle.

Seattle built a 7-1 lead through five innings, but the White Sox cut it to 7-6 with five runs in the sixth behind a pair of two-run homers.

Adam Eaton singled with one out in the sixth and scored on Tyler Saladino’s double. Jose Abreu followed with his 23rd home run. After Melky Cabrera grounded out, Avisail Garcia singled, chasing starter Taijuan Walker.

Logan Kensing, called up earlier in the day from Triple-A Tacoma, relieved and allowed a two-run homer to Adam LaRoche, his 12th.

GOLF RUP

Love earns historic win Woods fizzles in final round, season ends By the Associated Press

Davis Love III won the Wyndham Championship on Sunday to become the third-oldest winner in PGA Tour history, while Tiger Woods’ season came to an abrupt end.

The 51-year-old Love closed with a 6-under 64 for a one-stroke victory over Jason Gore.

The dominant storyline all week at Sedgefield Country Club in Greensboro, North Carolina, was the mere presence of Woods, who needed a win to earn a spot in the FedEx Cup playoffs opener next week.

He was poised to challenge Sunday, starting just two strokes off the lead. But he only had one birdie during his first 10 holes, dropping way off the pace with a triple bogey on the par-4 11th.

Woods shot a 70, finished four strokes back, and ended at No. 178

in the standings, well outside the top 125.

Love – who started at No. 186 – played himself into The Barclays by earning 500 FedEx Cup points and $972,000 in prize money. At 51 years, 4 months, 10 days, Love trails only Sam Snead and Art Wall on the tour’s age list. Snead won the last of his eight Greensboro titles at Sedgefield in 1965 at 52 years, 10 months, 8 days, and Wall took the 1975 Greater Milwaukee Open at 51 years, 7 months, 10 days.

Love has 21 career victories, three in Greensboro. He finished at 17-under 263.

Gore, the third-round leader, shot a 69. Scott Brown (68), Charl Schwartzel (66), and Paul Casey (67) tied for third at 15 under.

Andrade wins senior event: Billy Andrade won

the Boeing Classic for his second Champions Tour

victory, and first in an individual event, overcoming trouble early in the final round for a onestroke victory.

Andrade closed with a 1-over 73 to finish at 9-under 207 at TPC Snoqualmie Ridge in Snoqualmie, Washington. He opened with rounds of 69 and 65 to take a three-stroke lead into the final round.

DeChambeau wins U.S. Amateur: SMU senior

Bryson DeChambeau won the U.S. Amateur to become the fifth player to win the tournament and NCAA individual title in the same year.

DeChambeau, from Clovis, California, beat Virginia junior Derek Bard of New Hartford, New York, 7 and 6 in the 36-hole final at Olympia Fields – the widest margin in a title match since Byeong-Hun An’s 7-and5 victory over Ben Martin in 2009.

MLB American League East Division W L Pct Toronto 69 55 .556 New York 68 55 .553 Baltimore 62 61 .504 Tampa Bay 62 62 .500 Boston 56 68 .452 Central Division W L Pct Kansas City 75 48 .610 Minnesota 63 61 .508 Detroit 59 64 .480 Chicago 58 64 .475 Cleveland 58 65 .472 West Division W L Pct Houston 69 56 .552 Texas 64 59 .520 Los Angeles 63 61 .508 Seattle 57 67 .460 Oakland 54 71 .432

GB — ½ 6½ 7 13 GB — 12½ 16 16½ 17 GB — 4 5½ 11½ 15

Saturday’s results N.Y. Yankees 6, Cleveland 2 Minnesota 3, Baltimore 2 Texas 5, Detroit 3 Kansas City 6, Boston 3 Houston 3, L.A. Dodgers 1 Tampa Bay 5, Oakland 4 Toronto 15, L.A. Angels 3 Chicago White Sox 6, Seattle 3, 10 innings Sunday’s results Cleveland 4, N.Y. Yankees 3 Texas 4, Detroit 2 Kansas City 8, Boston 6 Minnesota 4, Baltimore 3, 12 innings Houston 3, L.A. Dodgers 2, 10 innings Toronto 12, L.A. Angels 5 Oakland 8, Tampa Bay 2 Seattle 8, Chicago White Sox 6 Today’s games Cleveland (Kluber 8-13) at Chicago Cubs (Lester 8-9), 1:05 p.m.

Houston (Feldman 5-5) at N.Y. Yankees (Eovaldi 13-2), 6:05 p.m.

Detroit (Farmer 0-2) at Cincinnati (Sampson 2-2), 6:10 p.m.

Baltimore (U.Jimenez 9-7) at Kansas City (Medlen 1-0), 7:10 p.m.

Boston (J.Kelly 6-6) at Chicago White Sox (Samardzija 8-9), 7:10 p.m.

Oakland (Doubront 1-1) at Seattle (Iwakuma 5-2), 9:10 p.m.

Tuesday’s games Houston at N.Y. Yankees, 6:05 p.m.

L.A. Angels at Detroit, 6:08 p.m.

Milwaukee at Cleveland, 6:10 p.m.

Minnesota at Tampa Bay, 6:10 p.m.

Toronto at Texas, 7:05 p.m.

Baltimore at Kansas City, 7:10 p.m.

Boston at Chicago White Sox, 7:10 p.m.

Oakland at Seattle, 9:10 p.m.

Sunday’s box score

MARINERS 8, WHITE SOX 6 Chicago

ab 3 4 4 4 4 4 4 3 1 3

r 1 1 1 0 1 2 0 0 0 0

h 1 1 2 0 1 2 1 0 0 0

bi 0 1 2 0 0 2 1 0 0 0

Seattle

ab r h bi KMarte ss 4 1 1 1 AJcksn cf 4 2 2 1 N.Cruz rf 5 1 1 2 Cano dh 2 1 1 2 Gutirrz lf 3 0 1 1 Seager 3b 4 0 1 0 Trumo 1b 3 1 1 0 Morrsn 1b 0 0 0 0 BMiller 2b 3 1 1 0 Sucre c 1 1 1 1 S.Smith ph 1 0 0 0 Zunino c 1 0 1 0 Totals 34 6 8 6 Totals 31 8 11 8 Chicago 010 005 000 — 6 Seattle 004 030 01x — 8 DP–Chicago 1, Seattle 1. LOB–Chicago 2, Seattle 7. 2B–Saladino (3), LaRoche (19), N.Cruz (22), Trumbo (8). HR–Abreu (23), LaRoche (12), Cano (14). SB–K.Marte (2).

S–B.Miller. SF–K.Marte.

IP H R ER BB SO Chicago Joh.Danks L,6-11 5 8 7 7 3 4 M.Albers 1 1/3 1 0 0 1 0 Duke 2/3 0 0 0 1 1 Petricka 1 2 1 1 1 1 Seattle T.Walker W,9-7 5 2/3 7 5 5 0 4 Kensing H,1 1 1 1 1 1 2 Ca.Smith H,14 1 1/3 0 0 0 0 0 Wilhelmsen S,3-3 1 0 0 0 0 1 Joh.Danks pitched to 1 batter in the 6th.

T–2:48. A–30,537 (47,574).

Eaton cf Saladin 3b Abreu dh MeCarr lf AvGarc rf LaRoch 1b AlRmrz ss Soto c Shuck ph CSnchz 2b

National League East Division W L Pct New York 67 56 .545 Washington 62 61 .504 Atlanta 53 71 .427 Miami 50 74 .403 Philadelphia 50 74 .403 Central Division W L Pct St. Louis 78 45 .634 Pittsburgh 74 48 .607 Chicago 71 51 .582 Milwaukee 53 72 .424 Cincinnati 51 71 .418 West Division W L Pct Los Angeles 67 56 .545 San Francisco 66 58 .532 Arizona 62 61 .504 San Diego 61 63 .492 Colorado 49 73 .402 Saturday’s results Chicago Cubs 9, Atlanta 7 Pittsburgh 3, San Francisco 2 Washington 6, Milwaukee 1 Arizona 11, Cincinnati 7 Houston 3, L.A. Dodgers 1 Philadelphia 4, Miami 2 N.Y. Mets 14, Colorado 9 San Diego 8, St. Louis 0 Sunday’s results Arizona 4, Cincinnati 0 Philadelphia 2, Miami 0 Washington 9, Milwaukee 5 Houston 3, L.A. Dodgers 2, 10 innings Chicago Cubs 9, Atlanta 3 N.Y. Mets 5, Colorado 1 St. Louis 10, San Diego 3 Pittsburgh 5, San Francisco 2

GB — 5 14½ 17½ 17½ GB — 3½ 6½ 26 26½ GB — 1½ 5 6½ 17½

Today’s games Cleveland (Kluber 8-13) at Chicago Cubs (Lester 8-9), 1:05 p.m.

N.Y. Mets (deGrom 12-6) at Philadelphia (Morgan 4-4), 6:05 p.m.

Colorado (J.De La Rosa 7-5) at Atlanta (Teheran 8-6), 6:10 p.m.

Detroit (Farmer 0-2) at Cincinnati (Sampson 2-2), 6:10 p.m.

Pittsburgh (Happ 1-1) at Miami (Koehler 8-11), 6:10 p.m.

St. Louis (Lynn 9-8) at Arizona (Ray 3-9), 9:10 p.m.

Tuesday’s games N.Y. Mets at Philadelphia, 6:05 p.m.

San Diego at Washington, 6:05 p.m.

Colorado at Atlanta, 6:10 p.m.

L.A. Dodgers at Cincinnati, 6:10 p.m.

Milwaukee at Cleveland, 6:10 p.m.

Pittsburgh at Miami, 6:10 p.m.

St. Louis at Arizona, 8:40 p.m.

Chicago Cubs at San Francisco, 9:15 p.m.

Sunday’s box scores

CUBS 9, BRAVES 3 Atlanta

ab 5 5 1 4 4 4 4 4 1 1 0 1 0 0 1

r 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

h 1 1 0 3 1 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

bi 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Chicago

ab r h bi Fowler cf 3 1 1 1 Schwrr lf 5 1 1 1 Coghln 2b 4 0 0 0 JHerrr 2b 1 0 0 0 Rizzo 1b 4 2 1 0 Bryant 3b 4 4 3 3 MMntr c 2 1 1 3 Soler rf 3 0 0 0 Denorfi rf 1 0 1 0 Hamml p 4 0 1 1 Richrd p 0 0 0 0 Motte p 0 0 0 0 D.Ross ph 1 0 0 0 JRussll p 0 0 0 0 ARussll ss 3 0 1 0 StCastr ss 1 0 1 0 Totals 35 3 8 3 Totals 36 9 11 9 Atlanta 000 020 100 — 3 Chicago 313 101 00x — 9 E–Ad.Garcia (3). LOB–Atlanta 8, Chicago 11. 2B–Ad.Garcia (7). HR–Lavarnway (2), Fowler (14), Schwarber (11), Bryant 2 (19), M.Montero (13). SB–Maybin (21).

IP H R ER BB SO Atlanta Wisler L,5-4 2 2/3 6 7 7 3 2 McKirahan 2 1/3 2 1 1 2 2 Aardsma 1 1 1 1 0 2 Marksberry 1 1 0 0 0 1 Vizcaino 1 1 0 0 1 2 Chicago Hammel W,7-5 6 1/3 6 2 2 1 8 Richard 2/3 2 1 1 0 0 Motte 1 0 0 0 0 0 J.Russell 1 0 0 0 0 1 HBP–by McKirahan (Fowler), by Wisler (Bryant), by Hammel (F.Freeman), by Richard (F.Freeman).

T–2:57. A–39,581 (40,929).

Markks rf Maybin cf FFrmn 1b Swisher lf AdGarc 3b JPetrsn 2b Ciriaco ss Lvrnwy c Wisler p McKrh p Ardsm p EPerez ph Mrksry p Vizcain p JGoms ph

CARDINALS 10, PADRES 3 St. Louis

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2B–Heyward (25), Mar.Reynolds 2 (18), Spangenberg (9), Upton (17), Wallace (3).

3B–Heyward (3), Piscotty (2). HR–Piscotty 2 (4). SB–Heyward (19), Wacha (1). SF–M. Carpenter, Molina.

IP H R ER BB SO St. Louis Wacha W,15-4 6 5 1 1 2 3 Broxton 1 2 0 0 0 2 Cishek 1 1 0 0 0 0 Siegrist 2/3 3 2 2 0 1 Choate 1/3 0 0 0 0 0 San Diego Rea L,2-1 4 5 5 4 2 4 Despaigne 3 5 3 3 1 2 Rzepczynski 1 0 0 0 0 1 Kimbrel 2/3 1 2 2 1 1 Quackenbush 1/3 0 0 0 0 0 HBP–by Siegrist (Spangenberg), by Despaigne (Jh.Peralta). WP–Wacha. PB– Molina.

T–3:29. A–33,756 (41,164).

NFL preseason Saturday’s results Philadelphia 40, Baltimore 17 Carolina 31, Miami 30 New England 26, New Orleans 24 Chicago 23, Indianapolis 11 N.Y. Giants 22, Jacksonville 12 Minnesota 20, Oakland 12 Denver 14, Houston 10 San Diego 22, Arizona 19 Sunday’s results Pittsburgh 24, Green Bay 19 San Francisco 23, Dallas 6 Tennessee 27, St. Louis 14 Sunday’s box score

STEELERS 24, PACKERS 19 Green Bay Pittsburgh

8 8 3 0 — 19 2 7 3 12 — 24 First Quarter GB–Lacy 7 run (Starks run), 9:54.

Pit–Harrison safety, 2:54.

Second Quarter Pit–Wheaton 5 pass from Roethlisberger (Hartley kick), 9:59.

GB–R.Rodgers 21 pass from Tolzien (Harris run), :12.

Third Quarter GB–FG Crosby 55, 11:30.

Pit–FG Hartley 46, 6:26.

Fourth Quarter Pit–Murphy 22 pass from L.Jones (pass failed), 10:09.

Pit–Phillips 20 pass from L.Jones (pass failed), 4:26.

A–47,511.

GB Pit First downs 10 19 Total Net Yards 200 312 Rushes-yards 18-51 26-42 Passing 149 270 Punt Returns 2-20 4-1 Kickoff Returns 3-66 3-57 Interceptions Ret. 1-0 0-0 Comp-Att-Int 19-32-0 24-38-1 Sacked-Yards Lost 6-38 3-27 Punts 8-43.3 6-48.5 Fumbles-Lost 0-0 1-1 Penalties-Yards 9-101 7-60 Time of Possession 25:26 34:34 INDIVIDUAL STATISTICS RUSHING–Green Bay, Lacy 6-30, R.Neal 4-11, Crockett 2-6, Harris 1-3, Starks 3-1, Kuhn 1-0, Tolzien 1-0. Pittsburgh, D.Williams 4-20, Bell 6-16, Chisholm 6-8, Archer 1-4, Gradkowski 1-0, Heard 5-(minus 2), L.Jones 3-(minus 4).

PASSING–Green Bay, A.Rodgers 4-5-057, Tolzien 11-19-0-102, Hundley 3-5-019, Blanchard 1-3-0-9. Pittsburgh, Gradkowski 3-5-0-25, L.Jones 10-19-1-172, Roethlisberger 11-14-0-100.

RECEIVING–Green Bay, R.Rodgers 3-30, Janis 3-25, Nelson 2-24, Backman 2-15, Crockett 2-13, M.White 2-12, Cobb 1-30, Quarless 1-17, Pinkard 1-12, Spears 1-6, Lacy 1-3. Pittsburgh, Murphy 4-61, Brown 4-24, Phillips 3-47, Wheaton 3-42, Coates 2-60, Bell 2-16, Bryant 1-12, Miller 1-11, Archer 1-8, Johnson 1-7, Heyward-Bey 1-5, Heard 1-4.

Saturday’s box score

BEARS 23, COLTS 11 Chicago Indianapolis

3 6 14 0 — 23 0 11 0 0 — 11 First Quarter Chi–FG Gould 50, 8:07.

Second Quarter Chi–FG Gould 38, 14:18.

Ind–Luck 5 run (A.Johnson pass from Luck), 10:51.

Chi–FG Gould 25, 5:31.

Ind–FG Vinatieri 25, :00.

Third Quarter Chi–Bellamy 12 pass from Clausen (Gould kick), 6:26.

Chi–Langford 2 run (Gould kick), 2:00.

First downs Total Net Yards Rushes-yards Passing Punt Returns Kickoff Returns Interceptions Ret. Comp-Att-Int Sacked-Yards Lost Punts Fumbles-Lost Penalties-Yards Time of Possession

Chi 16 287 36-165 122 6-66 1-31 1-0 15-20-1 1-6 5-39.6 0-0 7-63 33:16

Ind 13 229 28-112 117 2-5 5-113 1-19 12-25-1 4-30 7-48.0 1-1 11-99 26:44

INDIVIDUAL STATISTICS RUSHING–Chicago, Langford 9-80, Rodgers 9-34, Forte 8-24, Carey 5-13, Cutler 1-13, Perry 4-1. Indianapolis, Robinson 13-61, Herron 5-16, Toure 3-12, Gore 2-10, Luck 1-5, Ballard 2-4, Bennett 1-2, Tipton 1-2.

PASSING–Chicago, Fales 1-2-0-5, Cutler 8-9-0-69, Clausen 6-9-1-54. Indianapolis, Luck 5-9-0-71, Hasselbeck 6-9-1-59, Bennett 1-7-0-17.

RECEIVING–Chicago, Bennett 3-32, Lawrence 3-25, Wilson 2-18, Meredith 1-13, Bellamy 1-12, Forte 1-12, Norwood 1-5, Royal 1-5, Cruz 1-4, Rodgers 1-2.

Indianapolis, Dorsett 3-21, Hilton 2-52, Moncrief 1-20, Lankford 1-17, V.Brown 1-12, A.Johnson 1-8, Doyle 1-7, Robinson 1-6, Allen 1-4.

Auto racing Saturday’s result

Irwin Tools Night Race

At Bristol Motor Speedway Bristol, Tenn.

Lap length: .533 miles (Start position in parentheses) 1. (5) Joey Logano, Ford, 500 laps, 137.8 rating, 47 points, $365,198.

2. (7) Kevin Harvick, Chevrolet, 500, 108.3, 42, $262,605.

3. (1) Denny Hamlin, Toyota, 500, 120.2, 42, $195,330.

4. (10) Jimmie Johnson, Chevrolet, 500, 99.6, 40, $190,166.

5. (9) Clint Bowyer, Toyota, 500, 108.5, 39, $166,213.

6. (6) Brad Keselowski, Ford, 500, 103.1, 39, $167,786.

7. (3) Carl Edwards, Toyota, 500, 115.1, 38, $121,995.

8. (2) Kyle Busch, Toyota, 500, 127.2, 38, $175,286.

9. (20) Dale Earnhardt Jr., Chevrolet, 500, 84.5, 35, $135,970.

10. (18) Ryan Newman, Chevrolet, 500, 84.7, 34, $145,670.

11. (21) Jamie McMurray, Chevrolet, 500, 89.9, 33, $142,826.

12. (14) Justin Allgaier, Chevrolet, 500, 85.2, 32, $138,468.

13. (16) Austin Dillon, Chevrolet, 500, 79, 31, $147,896.

14. (11) Kurt Busch, Chevrolet, 499, 95.1, 30, $124,060.

15. (22) Trevor Bayne, Ford, 498, 68.1, 29, $150,985.

16. (19) Kasey Kahne, Chevrolet, 498, 70, 28, $122,685.

17. (31) Aric Almirola, Ford, 497, 71.8, 27, $150,171.

18. (26) Sam Hornish Jr., Ford, 497, 65.7, 26, $133,905.

19. (40) Tony Stewart, Chevrolet, 497, 61.1, 25, $134,049.

20. (24) Jeff Gordon, Chevrolet, 496, 82.2, 24, $151,521.

21. (8) Ricky Stenhouse Jr., Ford, 496, 64.8, 23, $113,535.

22. (15) Ryan Blaney, Ford, 496, 64.7, 0, $101,285.

23. (28) Casey Mears, Chevrolet, 496, 57.6, 21, $128,468.

24. (29) Paul Menard, Chevrolet, 496, 52.3, 20, $111,635.

25. (17) Greg Biffle, Ford, 496, 60.6, 19, $134,018.

26. (25) AJ Allmendinger, Chevrolet, 495, 57.6, 18, $130,818.

27. (32) Danica Patrick, Chevrolet, 495, 55.8, 17, $109,440.

28. (23) Martin Truex Jr., Chevrolet, 495, 77.5, 16, $127,175.

29. (33) Cole Whitt, Ford, 495, 44, 15, $112,278.

30. (27) Brett Moffitt, Ford, 495, 41, 14, $103,385.

31. (30) Michael McDowell, Ford, 495, 43.2, 13, $97,275.

32. (36) Alex Bowman, Chevrolet, 494, 46.2, 12, $109,712.

33. (42) Matt DiBenedetto, Toyota, 493, 43.7, 11, $99,555.

34. (38) J.J. Yeley, Toyota, 492, 37.3, 0, $96,895.

35. (34) Josh Wise, Ford, 491, 34.9, 9, $96,760.

36. (37) David Gilliland, Ford, 488, 32.5, 8, $104,675.

37. (43) Mike Bliss, Chevrolet, 486, 28.7, 0, $96,505.

38. (39) Landon Cassill, Chevrolet, 480, 33, 0, $91,228.

39. (41) Timmy Hill, Ford, 476, 28.4, 0, $87,165.

40. (4) David Ragan, Toyota, accident, 443, 75, 4, $110,479.

41. (12) Kyle Larson, Chevrolet, accident, 356, 72.6, 3, $107,073.

42. (13) Matt Kenseth, Toyota, engine, 110, 59.1, 2, $112,101.

43. (35) Michael Annett, Chevrolet, engine, 0, 26, 1, $71,665.

Race Statistics Average Speed of Race Winner: 96.890 mph.

Time of Race: 2 hours, 45 minutes, 2 seconds.

Margin of Victory: 0.220 seconds.

Caution Flags: 8 for 52 laps.

Lead Changes: 14 among 5 drivers.

Lap Leaders: D.Hamlin 1-26; Ky.Busch 27-52; D.Hamlin 53; Ky.Busch 54-127; D.Hamlin 128-154; Ky.Busch 155-224; J.Logano 225-252; C.Edwards 253-280; Ky.Busch 281-302; C.Edwards 303-345; J.Logano 346-350; C.Edwards 351-353; J.Logano 354-432; B.Keselowski 433-436; J.Logano 437-500.

Top 16 in Points: 1. K.Harvick, 908; 2.

J.Logano, 865; 3. D.Earnhardt Jr., 819; 4. B.Keselowski, 793; 5. J.Johnson, 792; 6. M.Truex Jr., 771; 7. M.Kenseth, 753; 8. Ku.Busch, 713; 9. D.Hamlin, 712; 10.

J.McMurray, 696; 11. R.Newman, 683; 12. P.Menard, 674; 13. J.Gordon, 672; 14.

C.Edwards, 666; 15. C.Bowyer, 655; 16.

A.Almirola, 620.

Golf Sunday’s results PGA Tour

Wyndham Championship

At Sedgefield Country Club Greensboro, N.C. Purse: $5.4 million Yardage: 7,127; Par: 70 Final Davis Love III 64-66-69-64—263 Jason Gore 66-67-62-69—264 Scott Brown 66-65-66-68—265 Paul Casey 66-66-66-67—265 Charl Schwartzel 67-66-66-66—265 Bill Haas 65-66-68-67—266 Brooks Koepka 67-67-67-65—266 Carl Pettersson 64-67-68-67—266 Webb Simpson 67-67-64-68—266 Jonas Blixt 65-70-62-70—267 Ben Martin 67-67-67-66—267 Ryan Moore 66-69-65-67—267 Tiger Woods 64-65-68-70—267 Martin Kaymer 64-68-70-66—268 Justin Leonard 68-66-65-69—268 William McGirt 62-70-68-68—268 Sam Saunders 65-69-69-65—268

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Champions Tour

Boeing Classic At TPC Snoqualmie Ridge Snoqualmie, Wash.

Purse: $2 million Yardage: 7,172; Par: 72 Billy Andrade 69-65-73—207 Bernhard Langer 71-66-71—208 Guy Boros 71-70-68—209 Fred Couples 69-71-69—209 Mark O’Meara 73-68-68—209 Fran Quinn 72-68-69—209 Frank Esposito 73-70-67—210 Chien Soon Lu 69-72-69—210 Stephen Ames 71-74-66—211 Wes Short, Jr. 77-69-65—211 Michael Allen 70-70-71—211 Woody Austin 70-70-71—211 Jay Don Blake 73-69-69—211 Scott Dunlap 74-67-70—211 Jeff Freeman 69-68-74—211 Gene Sauers 73-69-69—211 Jeff Sluman 72-69-70—211

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS ESTATE OF Lois Cooperrider, Deceased.

No. 15 P 75 CLAIM NOTICE

Notice is given to creditors of the death of Lois Cooperrider. Letters of Office were issued on July 17, 2015 to Ellen Cooperrider, 5181 Brisata Circle, Unit M, Boynton Beach, FL 33437 as independent executor, whose attorney of record is John E. Miller, of MILLER, LANCASTER & WALKER, P.C., 15 East Third Street, P.O. Box 535, Sterling, Illinois, 61081. Claims against the estate may be filed in the Circuit Clerk's office, Whiteside County Courthouse, Morrison, Illinois 61270, or with the representative, or both, on or before February 17, 2015, or if mailing or delivery of a notice from the representative is required by Sec. 18-3 of the Probate Act of 1975, 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 representative and to the attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed.

Ellen Cooperrider Independent Representative for the Estate MILLER, LANCASTER & WALKER, P.C. Attorneys for the Representative 15 E. Third Street, P. O. Box 535 Sterling, IL 61081 (815) 625-0600 Aug. 17, 24, 31, 2015 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT LEE COUNTY - DIXON, ILLINOIS Wells Fargo Bank, NA PLAINTIFF

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David E. Geiger a/k/a David E. Geiger Sr.; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 14 CH 00103 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 4/13/2015, the Sheriff of Lee County, Illinois will on 9/24/15 at the hour of 10:00AM at Lee County Courthouse 112 East Second Street Dixon, IL 61021, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Lee and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 3 AND THE EAST 63 FEET OF LOT 10 IN BLOCK 7 IN FARWELL'S FIRST ADDITION TO THE TOWN (NOW CITY) OF AMBOY, SUBJECT TO THE EASEMENTS, COVENANTS, AND RESTRICTIONS OF RECORD, SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF LEE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. PIN 02-15-15-384-013 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 102 W. Division Street Amboy, IL 61310 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-14-22957.

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Resolution #R2015-8-14 to close Fourth Street for Taste of Fiesta activities at Grandon from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm on Saturday, September 19, 2015 and Ordinance #2015-08-14 which vacates the easterly and westerly 20' of right-of-way of Seventh Avenue from East Third Street, were passed at the August 17, 2015 City Council meeting.

These documents are published in pamphlet form and available for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk, 212 Third Avenue, Sterling, IL 61081, Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00 pm.

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Sealed proposals will be received by Prophestown-LyndonTampico CUSD #3 for project listed above according to plans and specifications prepared by Bracke-Hayes-Miller-Mahon, Architects, LLP, Upland Center, 1465 41st Street, Moline, IL. All proper bids will be received until 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 2, 2015 at the District Office located at 79 Grove Street in Prophetstown, IL. All bids received after the abovestipulated closing time for receipt of bids will be returned to the Bidder unopened. All bids received will be opened and read at a meeting of the Owner at the above time and place.

Proposals, contract forms, plans and specifications are on file and may be examined at the offices of the following: Bracke-Hayes-Miller-Mahon, Architects, LLP 1465 41st Street Moline, IL 61265 Proposals will be received to accomplish all labor and materials to perform all portions of the work to provide a complete finished project.

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ELECTRONIC DOCUMENT DISTRIBUTION: Contract documents may be obtained in electronic format (pdf's) from the Architect;s office. Documents will be available for downloading from www.box.com Contractors are responsible for registration, fees, etc. for use of this site. It is solely the contractor's responsibility to verify that he is downloading all drawings, all specifications, and all addenda for this project.

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This project is subject to the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act (820 ILCS 130/1-12).

All contractors, subcontractors, and those supplying labor to this project shall comply with the “Employment of Illinois Workers on Public Works Act” (30 ILCS 570/) commonly referred to as the Illinois Preference Act. The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any informality or irregularity in the bidding. No bids will be withdrawn for at least sixty (60) days from the date of receipt of bids.

August 24 2015 CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS ESTATE OF EDWARD PAUL JOHNSON Deceased.

No. 15 P 88 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of EDWARD PAUL JOHNSON. Letters of Office were issued to RICKY PAUL JOHNSON, 615 W. 12th Street, Sterling, Illinois 61081, 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 February 19, 2016, 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 12th day of August, 2015.

Ricky Paul Johnson, Independent Representative Mark E. Zumdahl WARD, MURRAY, PACE & JOHNSON, P.C. Attorneys for Estate 202 E. 5th Street Sterling, IL 61081-0400 (815) 625-8200 August 17, 24, 31, 2015 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, ILLINOIS LEE COUNTY, IN PROBATE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ROGER LEE SPEARS, Deceased.

No. 2015 P 49 CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given to creditors of the death of Roger Lee Spears of 1819 Ingerson Street, Amboy, IL 61310. Letters of office were issued to Joseph A. Spears, as Independent Administrator, whose attorney of record is David W. Badger, Ehrmann Gehlbach Badger Lee & Considine, 215 E. First Street, Dixon, Illinois 61021.

The estate will be administered without court supervision, unless under section 28-4 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/284) any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the clerk.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk of the Court at 309 S. Galena Avenue, Dixon, Illinois 61021, or with the representative, or both, on or before the date which is six (6) months after the date of the first publication of this Claim Notice, or, if mailing or delivering of a notice from the representative is required by section 18-3 of the Probate Act of 1975, 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 to the representative and to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed.

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by Gerianne Knack Deputy Clerk August 17, 24, 31 2015 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given by the Board of Education of Rock Falls Township High School District 301 Whiteside County, Illinois, that a tentative budget for said School District for the fiscal year beginning July 1, was ap2015, proved on August 19, 2015, and is on file and available for public inspection in the High School District Office, 101 Twelfth Avenue, Rock Falls, Illinois, since that time.

Notice is further hereby given that a Public Hearing on said tentative budget will be held on 23, September 2015, at 6:50 p.m., in Room 137 at Rock Falls Township High School, 101 12th Avenue, Rock Falls, Illinois.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT LEE COUNTY, ILLINOIS CITY OF DIXON, a municipal corporation Petitioner, vs.

WADE M. PORTNER, JILL E. PORTNER, THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, FEDERAL HOME LOAN MORTGAGE CORPORATION, REALTAX DEVELOPERS, LTD., LAWRENCE BRUCKNER, and UNKNOWN OWNERS, Respondents.

NO. 2015 MR 84 PUBLICATION NOTICE The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to you, Unknown Owners, that the above-entitled cause of action to seek an order of demolition for the structures located on the property described below is now pending in the Circuit Court of Lee County.

If you fail to answer the petitioner in said action by September 18, 2015, an order authorizing demolition of the structures on the described property may be entered on or after that date in accordance with the prayer of the petition, pursuant to 65 ILCS 5/11-31-1.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT LEE COUNTY - DIXON, ILLINOIS

Santander Bank, N.A. fka Sovereign Bank, N.A. fka Sovereign Bank fka Sovereign Bank, F.S.B PLAINTIFF Vs. Christopher C. Truemper; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 15 CH 00015 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 6/8/2015, the Sheriff of Lee County, Illinois will on 9/24/15 at the hour of 10:00AM at Lee County Courthouse 112 East Second Street Dixon, IL 61021, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Lee and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: THE WESTERLY 60 FEET OF THE EASTERLY 120 FEET OF LOT ONE (1) IN BLOCK NINETYFIVE (95) OF THE ORIGINAL TOWN (NOW CITY) OF DIXON, BEING THE WESTERLY 60 FEET OF A TRACT REFERRED TO AS TRACT "D" IN PLAT OF SURVEY OF PART OF BLOCK NINETY-FIVE (95), DIXON, ILLINOIS, MADE BY ROBERT HOFMANN, SURVEYOR, ON MARCH 22, 1965 AND RECORDED MARCH 30, 1965, IN BOOK 54 OF MISCELLANEOUS RECORDS, ON PAGE 525, SAID PREMISES SITUATED IN LEE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 07-08-04-159-008 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 510 E. 7th Street Dixon, IL 61021 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-15-01419.

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PIN# 07-08-05-163-010 WITNESS Aug. 5, 2015 Denise A. McCaffrey Clerk of the Circuit Court

By C. Stencil, deputy WARD, MURRAY, PACE & JOHNSON, P.C. Attorneys for Petitioner 202 East Fifth Street, P.O. Box 400 Sterling, IL 61081-0400 Telephone: 815-625-8200 Aug. 10, 17, 24, 2015 System Integrator for a Next Generation 9-1-1 Host/remote System 9-1-1 Northern Illinois Next Generation Alliance (9-1-1 NINGA) will accept sealed proposals for a qualified System Integrator for a Next Generation 9-1-1 Host/remote System. The 9-1-1 Systems participating in 9-1-1 NINGA are Boone County, Bureau County, DeKalb County, JoDaviess County, Lee County, McHenry County, Ogle County, Stephenson County, Whiteside County, and Winnebago County. Responses are due at the following address by 11:00 am CST on Friday, October 23, 2015.

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DEFENDANTS 14 CH 00103 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 4/13/2015, the Sheriff of Lee County, Illinois will on 9/24/15 at the hour of 10:00AM at Lee County Courthouse 112 East Second Street Dixon, IL 61021, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Lee and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 02-15-15-384-013 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 102 W. Division Street Amboy, IL 61310

Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale.

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 7949876. Please refer to file number 14-1422957.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT LEE COUNTY - DIXON, ILLINOIS Santander Bank, N.A. fka Sovereign Bank, N.A. fka Sovereign Bank fka Sovereign Bank, F.S.B PLAINTIFF Vs. Christopher C. Truemper; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 15 CH 00015 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 6/8/2015, the Sheriff of Lee County, Illinois will on 9/24/15 at the hour of 10:00AM at Lee County Courthouse 112 East Second Street Dixon, IL 61021, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Lee and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 07-08-04-159-008 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 510 E. 7th Street Dixon, IL 61021 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale.

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 7949876. Please refer to file number 14-1501419.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS

U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, A NATIONAL BANKING ASSOCIATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY IN ITS CAPACITY AS TRUSTEE FOR THE REGISTERED HOLDERS OF LBUBS COMMERCIAL MORTGAGE TRUST 2005-C5, COMMERCIAL MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-C5, By and through LNR Partners, LLC, its special servicer, Plaintiff, vs.

PINE PARTNERS, LLC, a foreign limited liability company; UNKNOWN OWNERS; and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants.

Case No. 15 CH 90 Mortgage Foreclosure 4311 E. Lincoln Way Sterling, Illinois 61081 PUBLICATION NOTICE The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to you, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, defendants in the above-captioned action, that this suit has been commenced in the Circuit Court of the 14th Judicial Circuit, Whiteside County, Illinois, as Case Number 15 CH 90, by plaintiff against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage and Security Agreement (?Mortgage?), dated July 29, 2005, and conveying the premises described as follows: PARCEL 1: Tract “A” of Pine Tree Commercial Subdivision, being a Resubdivision of Lot 2 as designated upon the plat of WoessnerBuchmeier Subdivision, being a part of the South Half of the Southwest Quarter of Section 12, Township 21 North, Range 7, East of the Fourth Principal Meridian, City of Sterling, according to the plat thereof recorded on November 7, 1997 as Document No. 10361-97, Whiteside County, Illinois.

PARCEL 2: A non-exclusive easement and right of way for the benefit of Parcel 1 as created by Instrument dated and recorded December 10, 1997 as Document No. 11299-97, more particularly described as follows: Part of Lot 3 as designated upon the Plat of Pine Tree Commercial Subdivision, being a subdivision of part of the Southwest Quarter of Section 12, Township 21 North, Range 7 East of the Fourth Principal Meridian, recorded as Document No. 10361-97 in the Recorder's Office of Whiteside County, Illinois, all being situated in Whiteside County, Illinois, described as follows: Commencing at the Southwest corner of said Lot 3; thence North 47°43'55" East along the Northwest line of said Lot 3, a distance of 230.56 feet; thence South 42°16'05" East, a distance of 15.00 feet to the point of beginning; thence South 42°16'05" East, a distance of 25.00 feet; thence North 47° 43'53" East, a distance of 51.25 feet; thence South 86°23'21" West, a distance of 40.02 feet; thence South 47°43'55" West, a distance of 20.00 feet to the point of beginning.

PARCEL 3: A non-exclusive easement for pedestrian and vehicular ingress and egress for the benefit of Parcel 1 as created by Instrument dated December 3, 1997 and recorded January 5, 1998 as Document No. 63-98, more particularly described as follows: Part of Lot 3 as designated upon the Plat of Woessner-Buchmeier Subdivision, being a subdivision of part of the North Half of the Northwest Quarter of Section 13 and a part of the South Half of the Southwest Quarter of Section 12, Township 21 North, Range 7 East of the Fourth Principal Meridian, recorded as Document No. 6483-97 in the Recorder's Office of Whiteside County, Illinois, all being situated in Whiteside County, Illinois, described as follows: Commencing at the Northeast corner of said Lot 3; thence South 35°38'47" East, along the Easterly line of said Lot 3, a distance of 253.23 feet to the point of beginning; thence continuing South 35°38'47" East, along the Easterly line of said Lot 3, a distance of 30.38 feet; thence South 45°16'22" West, a distance of 1.59 feet; thence Southwesterly along a curve with a radius of 115.00 feet, said curve being convex to the Southeast, the chord of which bears South 62°36'19" West, a chord distance of 68.52 feet; thence Southwesterly along a curve with a radius of 45.00 feet, said curve being convex to the Northwest, a chord of which bears South 45°14'23" West a chord distance of 49.93 feet; thence South 12°32'29" West, a distance of 17.17 feet to a point on the Northerly right of way line of 43rd Avenue; thence Westerly along said Northerly right of way line, along a curve with a radius of 315.00 feet, said curve being convex to the South, the chord of which bears North 83°23'46" West, a chord distance of 30.16 feet; thence North 12°32'29" East, a distance of 20.29 feet; thence Northeasterly along a curve with a radius of 75.00 feet, said curve being convex to the Northwest, the chord of which bears North 46°14'23" East, a chord distance of 83.22 feet; thence Northeasterly along a curve with a radius of 85.00 feet, said curve being convex to the Southeast, the chord of which bears North 62°36'19" East, a chord distance of 50.65 feet; thence North 45°16'22" East, a distance of 6.38 feet to the point of beginning.

PARCEL 4: Non-exclusive easements for ingress/egress, utilities, drainage and parking created by the Declaration of Reciprocal Easements with Covenants and Restrictions recorded on December 10, 1997 as Document No. 11297-97, affecting land described as follows: Tract “A” and Lots 1, 2, and 3 of Pine Tree Commercial Subdivision, being a Resubdivision of Lot 2 as designated upon the plat of Woessner-Buchmeier Subdivision, being a part of the South Half of the Southwest Quarter of Section 12, Township 21 North, Range 7, East of the Fourth Principal Meridian, City of Sterling, according to the plat thereof recorded on November 7, 1997 as Document No. 10361-97, Whiteside County, Illinois.

Permanent Index Number: 11-12-376-015 Commonly known as: 4311 E. Lincoln Way, Sterling, IL 61081 Mortgagor: PT Plaza, LLC (originally); Pine Partners, LLC (by assumption) Title holder of record: Pine Partners, LLC Mortgagee and plaintiff: U.S. Bank National Association, a national banking association organized and existing under the laws of the United States of America, not in its individual capacity but solely in its capacity as Trustee for the Registered Holders of LB-UBS Commercial Mortgage Trust 2005-C5, Commercial Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005C5, as holder of the Mortgage by assignment.

Mortgage sought to be foreclosed: Mortgage recorded in the office of the Whiteside County Recorder on July 29, 2005 as Document No. 6693-2005.

Notice is also hereby given you that the said plaintiff also prays for other relief.

NOW THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU, the said above defendants, file your answer to the Complaint in said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of this Court in Whiteside County at 200 East Knox Street, Morrison, Illinois 61270, on or before September 23, 2015, DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU at any time after that day and a judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said complaint.

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Agricultural Construction Company seeking Bin Crew Laborers, Service Techs, and Millwright Crew Members positions will be seasonal with the potential for full time employment.

Must be able to lift 80 lbs, use hand tools, and work Saturdays. Welding experience is a plus but not a requirement. All applicants are subject to background check.

Please email resumes to: Mbrady@apgrain systems.com Or apply within at 100 Roosevelt St., Hooppole, IL 61258, 815-9482591 Bartender/ Waitress/er needed at The Railside Bar & Grill in Nelson. Call Christa 815-440-7606 Bi-County Special Education Cooperative is looking for Teacher Aides for the 2015-2016 school year. 29.5 hours weekly, minimum starting wage $9.50/hr., no health benefits. Openings currently in Rock Falls and Sterling.

If interested contact Laurie Heston, Director, by email lheston@bi-county. org or fill out an application at 506 W. 4th St., Sterling or call 815-622-0858 CDL DRIVER NEEDED Rock River Cartage is a family owned flatbed carrier. $55,000$60,000 a year.

We offer 401K, Health Ins., and home every night.

Must have 2 years experience.

800-892-9587 CITY OF DIXON JOB NOTIFICATION The City of Dixon is hiring a part-time Cash Receipting Clerk. The Job Description and application are posted online at http://www. discoverdixon.org/ job-postings.html and at City Hall.

Applications will be accepted via email at: employment@ discoverdixon.org or may be turned in at City Hall. We will be accepting applications through August 31, 2015 for this position.

Please call Amanda Bradshaw at (815) 288-6827 with any questions.

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DENTAL LAB Located in Sterling IL., is seeking a person for onthe-job-training to assist with daily routines. Approx.

20 daytime hours per week. (No weekends) Salary ranges with experience. Submit resume to rosie @pddsmile.com Dixon and Oregon Dairy Queen Now hiring!

All shifts and all positions! Apply in store. No phone calls please.

Dixon: 1912 Lowell Park Rd. Oregon: 210 E. Washington Dixon Bar & Restaurant Now Hiring Bartenders and Wait Staff.

Day, evening, and weekend shifts available.

Great clientèle.

Flexible hours can be discussed.

815-440-2392 IMMEDIATE OPENING! Truck Mechanic with electrical and hydraulic experience. CDL a plus. Pay commensurate with experience.

Tidy Bug Inc., Dixon.

815-739-6051 tidybuginc@ gmail.com or mail resume to 501 Anchor Rd., Dixon, 61021

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Markman Peat Corporation is currently taking applications for Forklift Operators, Loader Operators, and Machine Operators. Benefits offered, incentive bonuses also offered.

Please apply in person at 13161 Fenton Rd Morrison IL 61270

Now hiring for full time and part time positions. Food sanitation license a plus. Apply within at: Didoughs Twisted Pretzel at Northland Mall, Sterling.

NOW HIRING! Full & Part Time Apply at Vapor City Outlet, 1201 ½ 1st.

Ave., Rock Falls, IL

READERS:

scottallison@ sewerequpment.com

or visit us at: www.sewer equipment.com to complete an application.

W-S Industrial Services Inc. is currently hiring Industrial Labor and CDL Drivers to join our rapidly growing team.

Must be drug free, clear driving record, clear criminal background, and agree to physical and pre-employment test. Apply in person at 1517 S. 19th St., Clinton IA.

The ideal candidate must be; Professional,organized,detail-oriented, dependable, motivated, self-starter, proficient in Quick books,Excel and other financial programs. Have excellent communication skills both verbal and writttten.

Please send resume and cover letter to P.O. Box 121 Dixon, Il. 61021

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Franklin Grove Living & Rehabilitation Center 502 N. State St. Franklin Grove, IL 61031

815-456-2374 EOE

Pleasant View Rehabilitation & Health Care Center & Rock Falls Rehabilitation & Health Care Center are looking for caring & dedicated

RNs - LPNs - CNAs

Full/Part-time, All Shifts Available Current IL License/Certification Required Attractive Compensation & Benefits To apply, contact Lisa Darr Paula Chavez 500 N. Jackson Street 430 Martin Road Morrison, IL 61270 Rock Falls, IL 61071 (815) 772-7288 (815) 626-4575 www.PetersenHealthCare.net

Part Time Positions Every Other Weekend APPLY AT: Franklin Grove Living & Rehabilitation 502 N. State St. Franklin Grove, IL 815-456-2374

100 or 12 hour day sh hift fts open Benefit Options Meals Provided NO MANDATED SHIFTS

Midland States Bank is seeking a part time Teller for our Dixon Main branch. Must be available 25-28 hours per week and be willing to work Saturdays. The ability to float between branches as needed, previous customer service and cash handling experience is required.

All interested applicants please visit the Careers page of our website at www.midlandsb.com and fill out an online application.

Responsibilities would include; • Accounts payable • Accounts receivable • Cash receipts • Processing payroll and payroll taxes, • Direct deposit • Bank reconciliation • Data entry • Accruals and prepaid • Special projects as needed

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To sell those extra items easily and economically!

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LEARNING CENTERS

Local Business seeking Part-time, Full-time Bookkeeper, experience preferred

VEHICLE DEALERSHIP Seeking a full-time detailer technician.

Candidate must possess good people skills and a willingness to learn.

This position offers a competitive wage, benefits good package and good working conditions.

The deadline for submission is August 26, 2015.

Please submit resume, salary requirement and 3 references to: Box #:1299 ,c/o Sauk Valley Classifieds, P.O.Box 498, Sterling, IL 61081

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Whiteside County Health Department has a full-time opening (65-75 hours) for a LPN with competitive pay and good benefits. Board certified Licensed Practical Nurse and 1 year of office experience required. Bilingual preferred.

Send resume and application (found on www.whitesidehealth.org) to Theresa FrielDraper at Whiteside County Health Department. 1300 W. 2 nd St. Rock Falls, IL 61071 by August 28th EOE

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BEWARE OF INTERNET PUPPY SCAMS!

Visit the American Kennel Club website (www.akc.org) for tips on how to avoid getting scammed and If you have been the victim of a scam, report it to your local authorities and your local BBB (www.bbb.org)

TELEGRAPH

815-284-2222

Little Blessings Childcare has immediate daycare openings for infant-school age. 815-285-3811 Lic# 48927502

NIPPON SHARYO MANUFACTURING,

WELDERS WANTED Setup Welder & Fabrication Welder

If you have any experience with mig, tig, stick or spot welding; we have an opportunity for you.

$19.00 / hour

Starting Wage: World Class Benefit Package:

•100% co-insurance coverage for major medical and prescription drug •Dental •Vision •All Company Provided Equipment •401K with Company Match For more information about our open positions please visit our opportunities page at www.nipponsharyousa.com, or search us on monster.com To apply for one of these specific positions please email your resume to careers@nipponsharyo.com or fax it to (815) 561-3603 with the specific job title included.

Nippon Sharyo Manufacturing, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

HOUSEKEEPERS/ LAUNDRY STAFF POSITIONS

Call 8155-288-5905 for further information

JOB OPPORTUNITY

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DIETARY POSITIONS PART-TIME COOK/WAIT STAFF MUST BE DEPENDABLE APPLY IN PERSON

REPAIR SHOP FT/PT Positions, general mechanical background needed.

Reply to P.O. Box 190 Rock Falls IL.

Full and Part Time Must have a Minimum of Associates Degree in ECE, meet DCFS Guidelines, and Pass a background check.

Experience Preferred.

Please send resumes to opensesamedirector@comcast.net or pick up an application at 1101 Middle le Road, Dixon, IL. 61021.

Or apply on line at: www.sloans.com

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PT Customer Service wanted.

Come in to apply 508 E 3rd St. Sterling 61081 No phone calls please.

Early Childhood Teachers Needed

Apply in person at: Sloan Implement, 26208 US hwy 52, Lanark, IL ph 815-493-2191 (John Deere Dealer)

Sauk Valley Media does not knowingly accept advertising which is in violation of the law. Likewise, we do not knowingly accept advertising which is fraudulent or has malicious intent.

While we attempt to screen advertising with potential fraud, it is impossible to screen all potential problems.

We strongly encourage our readers to exercise caution and common sense, particularly when dealing with companies with which you are not familiar.

Part time drivers needed for local pickup and delivery.

Driver's license and clean driving record required.

CDL preferred.

Please email:

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Full Time Mechanic Position Available, experience with lawn & garden equipment preferred.

Benefits include insurance, uniforms & 401k.

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Local Farm looking for CDL driver for the 2015 harvest season.

Please call 815-499-2272

Full Time Mechanic Position Available, experience with AG Farm Equipment preferred.

Benefits include insurance, uniforms & 401k.

Apply in person at: Sloan Implement, 26208 US hwy 52, Lanark, IL ph 815-493-2191 (John Deere Dealer) Or apply on line at: www.sloans.com

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$ SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE $ New Opening Mon.- Fri. Shower Aid & Restorative Position Apply At: Franklin Grove Living & Rehabilitation Center 502 N. State St., Franklin Grove, IL Phone: 815-456-2374 Fax: 815-456-2250 EOE

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT LIAISON The Business Development Liaison serves as a liaison between hospitals, assisted living communities, physicians and other healthcare providers.

The liaison is also responsible to provide in-service education to providers; and initiates the admission process by educating and informing potential referral sources regarding the services provided by Sterling Nursing Pavilion. This position is responsible for educating/recruiting physicians, healthcare professionals and other community related service areas in order to build census. This position involves one on one physician interaction, presentations, and professional education activities with applicable healthcare professionals. The liaison is responsible for generating appropriate referrals for our Skilled Nursing Facility, completing patient evaluations and coordinating the admission/approval process and is instrumental for developing and maintaining a strong working relationship with area hospitals and physicians. *This is a full-time position with benefits and a competitive salary

REQUIREMENTS: 1.Minimal of an Associate Degree in Business,Marketing or Communication; Bachelor’s Degree preferred; or equivalent work experience in a sales environment.

2. Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a Marketing/Sales environment; Acute Care, Skilled Nursing Care , Hospice or Home health setting preferred.

3. Experience in public speaking with demonstrated presentation skills.

4. Maintains a valid driver’s license and automotive insurance coverage that meets the state minimum.

Qualified individuals send current resume, cover letter and application to Human resources at 105 East 23rd St, Sterling, IL 61081, or via email to athompson@sterlingrehab.com.

Automotive Technician Kunes Country is seeking experienced and semi-skilled techs to work in a fast paced and rapidly growing shop.

We require our new techs to have the ability to work well with others and maintain a positive attitude throughout the work day.

We Offer HIGHLY Competitive Pay Plans along with: -Pay Based On Experience -Performance Based Pay Plans -Medical Insurance -Long & Short Term Disability Insurance -Life Insurance -Paid Personal Days -Catastrophic Tool Insurance -401k Retirement Plan -Paid Holidays -Paid Training -FREE Uniforms -Flexible Scheduling -Employee Discount Program For a confidential interview call Joe McGlennon at 815-625-6300 or sent resume to joe.mcglennon@kunescountry.com

RAYOVAC, INC. a division of SPECTRUM BRANDS, INC. a leading global consumer products company supplying batteries, specialty pet supplies, and shaving and grooming products, has the following

FULL TIME JOB OPPORTUNITIES SHIFT PREMIUM-$-BONUS-$-BENEFITS ORDER FILLERS-MATERIAL HANDLERS-PACKAGING 2ND SHIFT DISTRIBUTION ASSOCIATES/ORDER FILLERS PAY RANGE PER HOUR W/ 2ND SHIFT PREMIUM BETWEEN $12.10 & $13.85 1ST & 2ND SHIFT RECEIVING ASSOCIATES/MATERIAL HANDLERS PAY RANGE PER HOUR W/ 2ND SHIFT PREMIUM BETWEEN $12.10 & $13.85 1ST & 2ND SHIFT PACKAGING ASSOCIATES PAY RANGE PER HOUR W/ 2ND SHIFT PREMIUM BETWEEN $11.85 & $13.95

MAINTENANCE & ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN 1ST SHIFT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN STARTING RATE OF $18.00 PER HOUR 2ND SHIFT ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN PAY IS COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE ALL POSITIONS ABOVE ELIGIBLE FOR BONUS UP TO 10% PAY OUT POTENTIAL PER QUARTER. See full job description with requirements and apply online at www.spectrumbrands.com/careers Search jobs and filter by Dixon NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE An Equal Opportunity / AA Employer Successful completion of background check and drug screen is required.

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O.C.D Green Cleaning Services Reasonable rates for Organizing.

Cleaning or Decorating your home. We use non-toxic organic cleaning products.

815-625-5811 YOU NAME IT, WE CAN DO IT! Interior painting, walls, doors & trim, cleaning, housekeeping, dog or babysitting, laundry, ironing, running errands.

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Home Improvement

Roofing

perfect time to build your garage, addition or remodel Re-roof / Reside your home!

Stump Removal

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IL State Roofing Licensed 104-002247(1986) Bonded-Insured

Landscaping Falling Meadows Land-care Is now accepting new clients for your landscape maintenance needs. One time or weekly service is available.

Call Mike at (815)590-9491

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Gutters American Energy Savers “Sauk Valley's Oldest & Best Seamless Gutter Company” Always Flow Seamless Gutters Call Dan Maloney 815-288-4525

Tree Service

Mobil Pressure Wash Service • Commercial, • Residential & • Semis You name it.... we clean it!

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SELL

those unwanted items with the help of a Sauk Valley Classified Ad 625-3600 284-2222

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What are th he ad dvantages of working for Rochelle Foods? ?

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Interestted candid dates may submitt a cover letter an nd resu ume’ to Human Re esources Manager, Ro ochellle Food ds, LLC, 100 01 S. Main St. Rochellle, IL 61068 8 or fa ax to (815 5) 562-713 36 or e-mail sllelliottt@ho ormell.com.. You u may y also o apply at Jo ob Service in Rockfo ord or Sterlin ng.

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Freelance Writers Are you looking for famee and fortune before you set out to write the Grreaat American Novel?

Would you settle for seeingg your work published locally and a little cash in your pocket?

Saukk Valley Media is looking foor freelance writers to woork as coontracted correspondents to prroduce articles for speccial sectioons and niche publications..

Correespondents are paid an agreed-to sum for eaach publiished article. Correspondennts are not employees but are indeppendent contractors who aree required to sign a contrract spelliing out work and compensaatiion arrangements.

Somee experience in writing for puublication preferred.

Sendd a current resume and sampplees of your writing to: Larry Lough, Exeecu utive Editor Sauk Valleyy Media 3200 E. Lincolnwayy, P.O. Box 498 Sterling, IL L 61081 llough@saukvvallley.com

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Dumpster Rental for Clean-ups & Construction Small & Large containers avail.

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JOB FAIR Friday, August 28 Noon - 4 pm

Due to increased business, Ace is looking for FT & PT Material Handlers and CDL Drivers to work at the Princeton Retail Support Center Good pay plus incentive pay & full benefits package!

PT workers can earn up to $14.20/hr. to start on 3rd shift working 19/hrs. or less a week.

You can stop in before the job fair on the 28th, pick up an application and bring the completed application to the job fair.

2123 N. Euclid, Princeton, IL. EOE Ace Hardware

Hiring for entry level assembly positions on 1 st, 2 nd, and 3 rd shifts.

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Applications taken on-site Monday through Friday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

EOE

Owner/Operator

TV Repair

✰CORNER✰ STORAGE TELEVISION Dixon near Walmart

Sterling near Menards Various Sizes

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STORAGE UNITS Multiple Sizes Starting at $35 No appt. needed Located inside MOORE TIRES 2411 E. Rt 30 Rock Falls (815)625-3764

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IN HOME REPAIR 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE! Work on all Brands & Models Old or New Serving the Sauk Valley and More Call Ron for a free quote at 815-561-0011 Dixon, IL

Water Softeners The Softener Man Repair on all makes & models Service Call Special $19.95 Over 30 years experience 815-323-1622

Find your dream home!

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

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

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Very good cond. $100. 815-626-6479

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Mattress sets: Twin $99, Full $129, Queen $159, King $199. Will deliver! Kern Mattress Outlet, call 309452-7477.

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Adult Male Pomeranian; neutered; for adoption. Ken's Dog Grooming 815-285-3647

Matching England leather reddish brown love seat plus 2 ottomans & chair. $500 815284-7903

Farm truck and/or Drivers tractor needed for Fall harvest, PT. Exp. req. 815-499-0463.

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5 wk old Lab puppies for adoption.

Ken's Dog Grooming 815-285-3647

Beautiful bedroom set incl. Chest of drawers, nightstand, dresser w/ triple mirror, queen bed w/headboard and under bed storage. A MUST SEE! Smoke free and pet free home. $650/obo.

815441-3352.

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$19,999* 11 LEXUS ES350

$17,999* 14 TOYOTA CAMRY LE Alloys, Fog Lamps, Nice Car!

PETS & PET SUPPLIES 775

MISCELLANEOUS 796 FOR SALE

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Ford F-150 2012 & up. Undercover SE Tonneau cover.

Black. 6 ½ ft. box. $800 815-718-3164

LAWN MOWERS

Free electricity!

Moving- 600 watt wind turbine, 2,000 watt inverter & 5 deep cell batteries. $1,000. Still in operation. Call 815440-0145. ★★ Generac ★★ ★ Generator ★ portable, heavy duty, 8500 surge watts, 5500 rated watts, less than 25 hrs use, $550/obo 815-626-1056 New 12' x 40' Cream colored linoleum $100 815677-0896

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Nice selection of ladies tops/jackets size 2x and 3x $5 each; call 815-440-6290

6.5HP Craftsman push mower, 21” deck, high back Runs wheels. good. $85. Call 815-625-1606.

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Sears X Cargo car top carrier $50.

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18.5HP Ranch King tractor, 7spd.

46” deck. $375.

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$16,987* 13 MINI COOPER CLUBMAN TURBO

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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.

Twin, full, queen, king beds. Dryers, washer, table & recliners, chairs, refrig., air cond., sofa, dresser. 815718-4385.

Farm truck and/or Drivers tractor needed for Fall harvest, PT. Exp. req. 815-499-0463.

WANT TO BUY 795 100% grass hay Small wanted. bales.

815-4403389 I Pay Cash 4 Gold, Silver, Coins & Antiques 24/7 815-564-9061 Wanted Records 33's, 45's & 78's Rock, Blues & Jazz 815-847-0382

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08 LEXUS RX 350 SUV Local Trade, Super Clean,

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TAKING BIDS on corn crib tear down, Harmon area. Call 815-6226887.

CLASSIC CARS

904

1963 Ford Galaxy low Convertible, mileage, good $13,500 cond., 815-441-8343

Ford (4) 14” 5 lug rims with snow tires mounted. $125. Call 815-453-2336

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Auction City Sales 2505 W. 4th St. Dixon, IL 61021 Tuesday, August 25, 2015 3:00 p.m Start

• Guns: new 12ga uplander coach gun 20” barrel (in box), Hi-point 40 cal. auto pistol w/ lasar beam model JCP40SW 10 shot, Hi-point 9 mm carbine 10 shot mag. new in box, single 20 ga. shot gun, inter arms 22 cal. rifle (new) break-down style - stock load. Misc. shotgun shells & 22 rounds.

• Outstanding selection of new items from local shop - high quality items.

Candles, Duck Dynasty items - books - notebooks - picture frames - home accent items - hand creams - photo cubes - Halmark gift books - 100’s of NEW small decor items • Elvis Presley collection - 100’s of new items, plates, books, pictures, model cars, mugs, dolls, musical items, tapes, many smalls • 2 - early 1880 era gas lights w/ globes + burners • Collectables + some antiques • Auto ramps - misc. hardware - tools etc.

Sofa, recliner (Lazy-boy), misc. wooden shelves, auto washer, lamps, fans, pictures, microwave, dinette set, lots of household items.

Food Stand

Quality Vehicles

18' aluminum trailer, stock Southern Classic, lined inside, rubber mats, center gate, Torshin Axel. Excellent condition pull.

Bumper $10,000. Call 815626-5930

FARM BUILDINGS

Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens Dixon.

2 lots, nice location $1200. Call 815379-2434.

Low Miles, Loaded!

$28,999*

855

1941 JD Mod H elec. start, lights, P.T.O., hyrd $3,500 1941 JD Mod HN elec. start, lights, P.T.O, hyrd $4,100 Both look & run 815-973good 6564

MISCELLANEOUS 796 FOR SALE (2) antique oak cane seat chairs, $30 for both. Call 515-745-0994.

FARM EQUIPMENT

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AUTOMOBILES

905

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1978 Midget/MGProject car. $6,000. Call 815-284-2482 1994 Cadillac DeVille, body excellent. 147,423mi. $2100/ obo. 815441-7051.

1995 Mercury Grand Marquis, 4dr runs good, good cond. Cold air. $800. Call 815718-4385 1996 Caprice Classic, 101,101 miles, good condition, new battery, new tires. Call 815-2850366 to inquire 2001 Mercury Marque, white, 1 owner, 143k mi., 22mpg, $1,800 / obo 779-245-1542 2006 Chrysler 300C, 4 door, 39K mi., like new, $12,000 firm 858212-1952

NEW TODAY 2010 SS Camaro Transformers edition.

24K mi. $26,000. Call 815441-6483 creditautosales dixon.com Always over 100+ vehicles to choose from.

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S.U.V.S

909

2005 Ford Escape, V6, FWD New tires.

Sun roof, Very good cond. $6500. Call 815-625-1397.

TRUCKS

910

2003 Chevy Silverado 1500 HD 4 door, loaded, liner & tuxedo 121,840 miles $11,000 obo 815-762-1716

VANS

911

2007 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT 130,620k- Clean, well maintained, air cond., front/rear, electric side doors, lift gate, remote start, hitch, two new tires. $5,700 negotiable 815-284-7823 2011 Chrysler Town & Country, fully equip. 85K $10,900.

Sweet!

515-745-0994.

4X4S

912

2003 Chevy Silverado 2500HD Crew Cab 4x4.

Runs well. GM rebuilt diesel engine, camper shell with roof rack, $10,900.

Call 815-535-3884

PARTS & ACC.

925

Bullitt Chrome Wheels 17'x9' fits Mustang & other Ford cars. Like New $500. Call 815-284-6192

MOTORCYCLES

935

1984 Honda GL 1200 Aspencade fully loaded. $1500 OBO 815-440-2802 2004 HD Road King, exc. cond.

Many extras. S&S cam & power commander. $11,000/ obo. 815-585-4185 2005 Kawasaki Vulcan Nomad 1600, $$$$ Thousands of high dollar add on access. all prof. maintained, absolute exc. cond. $8,000 / obo 815-631-5810 2008 Harley Davidson 1200 Sportster Custom, low miles, $5,000 815-499-9409

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MOTORCYCLES

935

2008 Harley mint Davidson, cond., special edition Screaming Eagle dyna., 7,900 mi., pd. $27,000, asking $12,900 / 815-985obo.

9358

BOATS/MOTORS

940

16 ft. 1984 Champion Bass Boat, 150hp, runs good, red metallic,$3,500 /obo 815-716-6347 16 ft. V bottom fishing boat; 2013 25hp Mercury outboard; 2013 Yacht Club trailer includes 55lb. trolling motor & Eagle 320 fish finder $4,800 obo 815-440-1296 16' Conroy ski boat, 80HP Merc, tilt, trim, walk thru windshield. Will sell for $1500 or trade for ATV. Call 815441-7636.

18 ft. Mark Twain, Tri Hull open bow, good interior, exc. mer-cruiser, stern drive w/ trailer; Cracked block engine but includes low hours good 350 Chevy engine, simple swap; boat has low total hours; $700 OBO or 815-625-8656 815-631-1028 1986 Alumacraft 16' w/ Shorelander trailer, 1992 40hp Suzuki motor, new trolling motor, fishfinder, $3995 / obo 815-225-5113

black & white.

1993 Mariah Shaba Open Bow-wsun deck, 350 Magnum Merc. I/O Custom Trailer $7000/obo Call 815-994-2465 & leave message.

TRAILERS/RVS

945

2002 Carriage Cameo travel trailer, $15,000/obo. or 815-438-2625 815-213-1001.

2003 Montana 5th wheel with 3 glide outs. Nice & clean. $19,000. Pull vehicle available. Call 815-590-0231.

2004 30' Majestic

by Four Winds.

Great condition, new tires, Onan generator, sleeps eight, 96,646 miles. $17,500 obo Amboy 815-631-3977 2007 Coachman 38' camper, elect.

2010 Ingersol Rand Golf cart 48 volt. New batteries, charger & tires.

On seasonal lot 203 Timberlake Resort. Enjoy rest of the year on us! $14,000. Call 815499-1606 2007 Sprinter Pull Camper, 12' slide, sleeps 6, very nice cond., 25' long. $7500 815-4413138 2013 Starcraft Travel Star, 24 ft., u-shaped dinette slide, mini refrigerator outside. Like new. $16,000 815590-2940 Fleetwood 1995 Southwind Storm 30ft Class A Motor home ChevyChassis 454 cu. in. 6 New Tires New Starter New H.W. New T.V. Tank Computer station New Auto Tow Dolly.

Very Good Cond.

Mileage 68,000 $10,500 815-973-4590 ★★ For Sale: ★★ Big Tex Trailer, 77”x14', w/ spare & tie downs, exc. cond. $1400/obo 815-626-1056

AUTOS WANTED

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