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Thursday, September 24, 2015

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Youth leader’s vision: Memorial Skate Park Alex T. Paschal/apaschal@saukvalley.com

Steve Wilson, director of Loveland Community House, on Wednesday proposed repurposing Veterans Memorial Pool as a skate park at the Park Board’s regular meeting. He said the partnership would not cost Dixon Parks a dime.

Loveland director: Repurposing pool wouldn’t cost district a dime

BY BRENDEN WEST bwest@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5529 @BWest_SVM

DIXON – “My predecessor at Loveland Community Center had a sign: ‘Do not talk to skateboarders. Call the police,’” Steve Wilson said Wednesday at the Park Board’s regular meeting. “I ripped it down the first day I got there.”

The board oversees Veterans Memorial Pool, a facility that was closed 15 years ago and that would cost hundreds of thousands of dollars to revive.

It’s decaying, routinely trespassed, and becoming difficult for the cash-strapped district to maintain.

Wilson, who leads Project GenNex, a

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Click on this story at saukvalley.com to watch GenNex founder Steve Wilson shed light on his group’s vision for Veterans Memorial Pool.

The next Dixon Park Board meeting will be 6 p.m. Oct. 14 at a location to be determined. The board meets on the second and fourth Wednesday each month.

group of teenagers and adults whose aim is to bring a youth center to Dixon, said teens like to skate, but they have nowhere safe to do it.

On Wednesday night, he offered an idea that could solve both the district’s dilemma, and GenNex’s.

If the district and Project GenNex pool their resources, they might be able to turn the park’s problem into an opportunity, and repurpose the pool rather than restore it.

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Not everyone’s going to like the idea, Wilson admitted, but he said it’s worth considering. Wilson proposed a partnership between the two groups that would turn Memorial Pool into Memorial Skate Park at no cost to Dixon Parks.

“Skaters in this town are athletes without a place to go,” Wilson said. “We looked at the pool, and we said something better can be done here.”

Arduinis celebrate 49th anniversary with Papal address

BY BRENDEN WEST bwest@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5529 @BWest_SVM

WASHINGTON – This anniversary definitely will be an emotional one.

When Sterling’s Jim and Sandra Arduini celebrate their 49th anniversary today in the nation’s capital, it will be in the presence of Pope Francis.

Both are practicing Catholics, and after winning a Papal visit lottery hosted by the office of U.S. Rep. Cheri Bustos, D-East Moline, the two will witness, firsthand, the Pope’s Congressional address at 9 a.m.

It marks the first time the papacy will address Congress.

“Any time you can take advantage to view a part of history, you should,” Jim Arduini said Wednesday. “This is certainly something to take up.”

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Prescriptions and need will be filled Village has been without pharmacy for many years

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MOUNT MORRIS – This Ogle County village once again will have a pharmacy.

TelePharm plans to open an online pharmacy downtown, in a portion of the building that houses the Main Street Bistro at 12 W. Main St., Economic Development Committee member Rob Urish told the village board Tuesday.

It could take 6 to 9 months to get up and running; the hope is to open this winter, TelePharm officials said.

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Learn more Initial plans call for filling one and a half tech positions at the Mount Morris Pharmacy, Telepharm officials said.

Find TelePharm on Facebook, call 319-535-0571, go to telepharm.com or email careers@tlelpharm.com for more information on the company or its employment opportunities The company also has been reaching out to various other small towns that might be stranded in a “pharmacy desert.” It is in the talking stage with Ashton in Lee County and has progressed in Erie in Whiteside County to the point where they are looking for a location, TelePharm’s Greg Janes said.

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Dixon High School junior Thailer Somsri-Betts loads up a throw during Dixon High School’s homecoming dodgeball battle. Many more homecoming activities are in store for the school, including Friday’s pep rally and parade.

Click this story at saukvalley.com for more photos and videos of the dodgeball matches.

Alex T. Paschal/ apaschal@saukvalley.com

THE BIG GAME: MENDOTA AT DIXON The 3-1 Dukes will look to win their second straight game and improve on their 1-1 record in the Big Northern West when division rival Mendota brings its 0-4 record to A.C. Bowers Field on Friday night. Kickoff is slated for 7 p.m.

Read about the matchup on B1, and find out who SVM sports staffers are picking in all the Week 5 games by turning to B4.

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COMMUNITY WATCH Bryan L. Anton, 52, of Sterling; 3:11 p.m. Tuesday at West 23rd Street and Griswold Avenue; speeding; released with promise to comply.

Sara A. Abarran, 22, of Sterling; 3:29 p.m. Tuesday at West 23rd Street and Oak Grove Avenue; no insurance, speeding; released with promise to comply.

Dealon J. Gonzales, 36, of Chicago; 5:37 p.m. Tuesday in the 500 block of East Sixth Street; Whiteside County warrant for criminal trespass to land, Whiteside County warrant for failure to appear – criminal trespass to residence, Carroll County warrant for failure to appear – violation of order of protection; taken to Whiteside County Jail.

Martin R. Barrientos, 52, of Sterling; 8:17 p.m. Tuesday at East Lynn Boulevard and Sixth Avenue; driving while license revoked, defective brakes, Warren County warrant for failure to appear – driving while license revoked; posted $200 bond and given notice to appear in court.

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Correction A story in Tuesday’s editions about a move to allow tent camping in Lawrence Park, between Sterling and Rock Falls, incorrectly reported the name of a local campground. Crow Valley Campground, along the Rock River at 23807 Moline Road in Sterling, offers tent and RV camping sites.

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POLICE Sterling Police Katie M. Smithee, 28, of Sterling; 1:06 p.m. Tuesday at West LeFevre Road and Avenue G; failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident; released with promise to comply.

Israel H. Garcia, 35, of Sterling; 2:48 p.m. Tuesday at Sterling Police Department; Whiteside County order of commitment; posted $300 bond.

Timothy J. Filippi, 49, of Sterling; 1:57 p.m. Tuesday at 17th Avenue and East 15th Street; failure to yield right of way at open intersection; released with promise to comply.

Sharon J. Burtlow, 55, of Rock Falls; noon Tuesday at Fourth Avenue and East 14th Street; no insurance; released with promise to comply.

Rock Falls Police Holly A. Larson, 37, of Port Byron; 9:05 a.m. Tuesday in the 700 block of First Avenue; speeding; given notice to appear in court.

Brenda L. Paull, 57, of Aurora; 2:53 p.m. Monday at intersection of First Avenue and West 10th Street; improper lane usage; given notice to appear in court.

Justin M. Habben, 26, of Rock Falls; 10:41 a.m. Monday in the 1600 block of First Avenue; Whiteside County warrant; bonded out.

Dallas J. Collin, 20, no permanent address; noon Tuesday in the 1000 block of Seventh Avenue; burglary; taken to Whiteside County Jail.

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Dixon Police Justin T. Aldridge, 21, of Dixon; 3:55 p.m. Tuesday in the 1800 block of West Third Street; unlawful possession of a stolen vehicle, two counts of criminal damage to property; taken to Lee County Jail.

Oregon Police Gerald L. Zellers, 62, of Oregon; Sept. 17; operating uninsured vehicle; given citation.

Boy, 15, of Oregon; 10:39 p.m. Sept. 17; runaway; released to his mother.

Boy, 14, of Oregon; 2:22 p.m. Friday; truancy; taken to school and released to high school administration.

Boy, 15, of Oregon; 2:22 p.m. Friday; truancy; taken to school and released to high school administration.

Girl, 17, of Oregon; 10:45 p.m. Friday; gone without permission; released to her parent.

Kyla M. Lehrke, 18, of Oregon; 7:25 p.m. Saturday at 10th and Adams streets; disobeying a stop sign; given citation.

Girl, 14, of Oregon; 7:48 p.m. Saturday; runaway; released to her mother.

Lee County Sheriff Marisa D. Perales, 38, of Dixon; 7:18 p.m. Tuesday; Whiteside County warrant; posted bond and released.

Taylor L. Myler, 23, of Steward; 2:48 p.m. Tuesday; obstructing justice; held at Lee County Jail and given notice to appear in court.

Boy, 16, of Rock Falls; 11:17 a.m. Tuesday; two counts of disorderly conduct; released to her parents.

Alyssa L. Kahly, 19, of Dixon; 8:52 a.m. Tuesday; warrant for failure to appear –

theft; held at Lee County Jail and given notice to appear in court.

Ogle County Sheriff Henry Gabbard, 53, of Monroe Center; Tuesday; disorderly conduct; held at Ogle County Jail in lieu of bond.

Domenico Lech, 21, of Round Lake; 8:10 p.m. Tuesday on state Route 251 near Lindenwood Road; driving while license suspended; held at Ogle County Jail in lieu of bond.

Connie F. Hermes, 22, of Dixon; Tuesday; Ogle County warrant for driving while license suspended; posted bond and given notice to appear in court.

Christopher Rangel, 30, of DeKalb; Tuesday; Ogle County warrant for failure to appear; given notice to appear in court.

Zachary Richards, 29, of Rockford; Tuesday; Ogle County warrant for failure to appear; given notice to appear in court.

Lubna Abdallah, 44, of Chicago; Tuesday; Ogle County warrant for failure to appear; posted full cash bond and released with no further court date needed.

David McLaren, 34, of Rockford; 9:55 a.m. Tuesday in the 4000 block of state Route 251; driving while license suspended, unlawful possession of marijuana 2 to 10 grams, unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; taken to Ogle County Jail and held in lieu of bond.

Boy, 16, faces felony charges Police: Student from outside district threatened teacher on social media

BY BRENDEN WEST bwest@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5529 @BWest_SVM

ASHTON – A 16-yearold boy faces a felony charge of disorderly conduct after he threatened an AFC High School teacher and the school using social media, the Lee County Sheriff’s Department said.

The boy, who is not a student in the AFC School District, made the threats Monday afternoon, Lee County Sheriff John Simonton said.

When the teen was interviewed Tuesday, it was determined the two separate threats were not intended to be carried out, said Simonton, who declined to release the boy’s name, what the threats were, or on

what site or sites they were made.

The teen was turned over to his father pending a hearing in Lee County juvenile court.

If convicted, the boy could be detained by the Department of Juvenile Justice or put on probation until he turns 21.

Although authorities “quickly” determined the threats were not serious, Simonton said his department could not afford to take them lightly.

“You can’t perceive it as [a joke] when you’re reading something on a screen,” he said Wednesday. “We’ve talked about this several times when we do our school crisis planning. We have to take proactive measures when monitoring social media behavior.”

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Sterling Fire’s ISO ratings improve Chief: Consolidation is a factor in both cities’ performance

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

STERLING – Twin City Joint Fire Command received more good news from the Insurance Services Office.

Like Rock Falls, the ratings that measure a city’s fire protection capabilities showed improvement in Sterling.

The ISO’s evaluation process resulted in Sterling improving

from class 4 to 3, in both the city and rural areas. The ratings system for fire departments ranges from classes 1 to 10, with 1 being the best designation.

Chief Gary Cook presented the results for Rock Falls at the Sept. 15 council meeting.

Rock Falls improved from 5 to 4 in the city, and from an 8B rating to a 4 in rural areas. An area is considered rural if it is at least 5 miles from a fire station.

In addition to the obvious safety implications, the ratings can affect insurance premiums because they are used by some property/casualty insurers to help determine rates.

“Many companies do use these, because about 85 percent of a homeowner’s insurance is for fire,” Cook said.

Cook said he has even had insurance agents call him to help keep down their clients’ premiums when companies have substantial rate increases in the works.

ISO bases 50 percent of the scores on fire fighting, while 40 percent is related to water availability, and the other 10 comes from communications, including 911 and mapping services.

The city scored particularly well for alternative water supplies, which are available at the

Whiteside County Airport and Nelson Energy plant. Sterling also has water hydrants all the way to the Walmart Distribution Center.

Cook said the 2013 administrative consolidation of the departments has been a factor in this year’s results, and it should continue to produce consistency in operations.

“The consolidation brought a ton of coordination between the departments,” Cook said.

“We had a collaborative relationship before, but this has taken standardization to the next level.”

The firefighters are training together and collaborating on

inspections. Even for school inspections, the firefighters make sure they visit both cities.

“We want them familiar with all of the buildings, so that if they have to go to the other side, they are hitting on all cylinders,” Cook said.

The equipment is now the same in both departments, even the type of defibrillators used. The same database is used for records and training codes.

The ratings are good for a 10-year period, although ISO is considering doing the evaluations every 5 years. The new ratings classifications are effective Dec. 1.

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Board approves balanced budget for third year in row

City awards bid for streets project

As a result of staff cuts, class sizes increased

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

STERLING – As expected, the School Board voted to approve the district’s budget for the 2015-16 school year.

It’s the third year in a row the board approved a balanced budget, and it includes a balanced education fund of $28.6 million.

The education fund, which is 75 percent of the budget, pays for teacher salaries, books and supplies.

Having a balanced budget is pretty signifi-

Next meeting The Sterling School Board will next meet at 7 p.m.

Oct. 28 in the Sterling High School library, 1608 Fourth Ave. For more information, go to sterlingpublicschools. org, or call the school district’s central office at 815626-5050. cant in the school district. Just 6 years ago, the district had a $1.8 million deficit.

The district lost hundreds of thousands of dollars in state aid, because Illinois has prorated, or reduced, its payments to school districts.

After that, school officials started a 3-year plan to balance the budget.

“We made cuts, and we have maintained that budget for 3 straight years. In this economic time, that is not a small feat,” superintendent

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Tad Everett recently said.

As a result of some of the staff cuts, officials were forced to increase class sizes.

The average fourthgrade class at Lincoln Elementary School has 29 students, the highest in the district. Second and fourth are the biggest grades across the district, with 251 students enrolled in each.

“There was a lot of blood, sweat and tears in order to maintain that balanced budget,” Everett said.

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tor Gary Tresenriter said the city hasn’t torn up and totally redone a road since he’s been here, and he’s been in the department for 15 years,” Pannier said.

The work area will be from the east side of Clinton Street to Jackson, and along Jackson from Pine to Wall streets. It is a rough, pothole-filled stretch for motorists.

“This is a much-needed improvement to a heavily used area,” Pannier said.

The council had also given strong consideration to making improvements to Orange Street.

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

MORRISON – The city has awarded a bid for its first major roads project in nearly 2 decades, and hopes to finish it by Nov. 6.

At a special meeting Monday, the council approved a $148,000 bid from Civil Constructors of Freeport to make improvements to Jackson and Wall streets.

Mayor Everett Pannier said it’s been a long time since the city has done a road project of this magnitude.

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City officials said the project was made possible by a 1 percent increase in the Local Option Sales Tax that was approved by voters in April.

It will be another month until the city receives its first adjusted tax payment, but officials wanted to do one big project before the end of this construction season.

City Administrator Barry Dykhuizen estimates that the city will receive an additional $150,000 to $200,000 in sales tax revenues annually.

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OBITUARIES John Stowell MORRISON – John Stowell, 94, of Morrison, passed from this life Monday, Sept. 21, 2015, at Resthave Home in Morrison.

He was born July 25, 1921, in Nashua, New Hampshire, to Charles and Bertha (Foster) Stowell. He was the second of three children.

John attended primary and secondary schools in Merrimack, New Hampshire, and was a 1939 graduate of McGaw Normal Institute. He then completed a Bachelor of Science degree in 1943 from the University of New Hampshire in mechanical engineering.

While at the University of New Hampshire, he enlisted in the Army ROTC. On graduation, he was initially assigned to the Army Air Corps, and then subsequently transferred to the Chemical Mortar Battalion. He completed a tour of duty in Europe following World War II, ending up in occupied Germany after V-E Day. Following an honorable discharge from the Army in 1946, John began a 39-year career with General Electric Co. His first job was with the steam gas turbine division in Lynn, Massachusetts. In 1952, the division was moved to Morrison. Shortly thereafter, he transferred to a new unit in timers, eventually becoming an application engineer and factory contact. He developed a timer used on GE appliances that was patented

by GE. He retired in 1985 from GE’s Morrison plant.

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John is survived by six nieces and nephews, Jane Bland of Denton, Texas, David Stowell of Chino, California, Nancy Hinrichsen of Fairfax, Virginia, Robert Stowell of Scotia, New York, Martha Ruth Hills of Burwood, Australia, and Becky Peck of Haymarket, Virginia; and numerous grandnieces and grandnephews.

Both his older brother, Carroll “Smokey” Stowell, and younger sister, Elizabeth Hills, are deceased.

John enjoyed golf, bowling, and flying his private airplane. After retiring from GE, he volunteered at the Morrison Food Bank. His extraordinary gentle spirit made him a much beloved uncle with his nieces and nephews.

He is fondly remembered by his family for his graciousness, concern for nature, and his New England values of frugality and simplicity.

Cremation rites have been accorded. A memorial service will be 2 p.m.

Oct. 3 in the chapel at Resthave Home. Burial will be at a later date at the family plot in Merrimack. McDonald Funeral Home & Crematory in Rock Falls is handling arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Resthave Home.

The family wishes to express its deep appreciation to the exceptional care provided by the staff of Resthave Home and to longtime friends, Al and Betty Vos. Your kindness always will be remembered.

TAMPICO – Ronald Randolph Hay, 77, of Tampico, died Tuesday, Sept.

22, 2015, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.

Ronald was born Oct. 4, 1937, in Yankton, South Dakota, the son of Robert and Mildred (McKinley) Hay. He was an Army veteran. Ronald married Illa Mae Freas on Sept. 5, 1964, in Sterling. He was employed for 38 years

by Northwestern Steel and Wire Co. He was a member of First United Methodist Church in Sterling.

Survivors include his wife; one daughter, Tina (William L. Stage) Berry of Tampico; two sons, Terry (Dina) Hay of Rock Falls and Tim (Cathy) Hay of Seaton; two sisters, Judy (George) Huff of Rock Falls and

Dorothy Hay of Oregon; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and special family friend, Donna Martin.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Nel Singshien; one brother, Robert Hay; and one grandson in infancy.

Visitation will be from 2 to 3 p.m. Saturday and the funeral at 3 p.m.

Saturday at McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls, with the Rev. Brad Wilson officiating.

Burial with full military honors will be at Coloma Township Cemetery in Rock Falls.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Broadway United Methodist Church in Sterling and Sterling Moose Family Center.

Visit mcdonaldfuneralhomes.com to send condolences.

Don E. Youngmark DIXON – Don E. Youngmark, 93, of Dixon, died Tuesday, Sept, 22, 2015, at Heritage Square Health Center in Dixon.

Jones Funeral Home in Dixon is handling arrangements.

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Pope Francis arrived stateside Tuesday, visiting first with President Barack Obama at the White House. Following his address today, he will leave for New York City, where, among his stops, he will meet with the United Nations and visit the 9/11 Memorial Museum. On Saturday, he will arrive in Philadelphia, where his visit will conclude Sunday.

Members of Congress, like Bustos (17th District) and Rep. Adam Kinzinger (16th District) received 50 tickets each to invite constituents to the event. Bustos’ office held an online lottery, in which more than 1,000 locals applied to be attend the event.

Arduini said he’ll be joined by other area couples, such as Len and Barb Janis of Fulton,

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and the Jacob Williams family of Dixon. Since Arduini and his wife arrived in Washington on Monday, he said the atmosphere has been jubilant. The Arduinis were less than a mile away from a crowded parade.

“It’s quite an experience out here,” he said.

Thus far, it’s been a monumental experience, and he’s anticipating a spiritual takeaway tomorrow.

“It’s almost more than being a Catholic for me,” Arduini said. “I grew up in an Italian household.

The Pope was part of our heritage. So it elicits that type of response.”

The Arduinis will watch the address via simulcast on the Capitol building’s West Lawn. After he speaks

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Walnut in Bureau County has declined to get involved, but the company does have commitments from several other communities, including Sheffield, also in Bureau County, Cambridge in Henry County, and Waterman in DeKalb County, Janes said.

A privately owned telepharmacy, which uses TelePharm software, recently opened in Lanark in Carroll County.

The Iowa City, Iowabased company, which launched in 2012, also planned to open a telepharmacy in Milledgeville, but pulled out of the deal. Neither the company nor village officials have publicly stated why plans fell through.

In a telepharmacy, a pharmacist online and off-site inspects and verifies prescriptions, which are dispensed by on-site technicians, often the same day. Customers can order in person or online, then pick up the prescription. They can also talk with the off-site pharmacist.

Such pharmacies are designed for small, rural communities, to save patients long drives to get medication, or drives made treacherous by bad weather.

Mount Morris has been without a pharmacy since Felker Pharmacy closed several years ago.

In addition to dispensing medications, the pharmacy plans to add

medication therapy management, immunization clinics, and health education sessions, the company said in a news release.

“Mount Morris Pharmacy will focus on community health and hold monthly events to educate residents on preventative health practices,” the release read.

According to its website, TelePharm’s business model is to ask for a commitment from the communities in which they locate. Mount Morris investors are putting up $50,000, and TelePharm has committed $200,000 to $250,000 to remodel the site, which it will rent from Dave and Maggie Johnson, and set up the business, Urish said Wednesday.

That’s the same agreement the company had with Milledgeville, where about a half-dozen private investors raised the needed $50,000. Officials there said the deal was finalized Aug. 14, but confirmed the agreement’s demise Sept. 14.

Urish is confident the Mount Morris deal will stand. The paperwork has been signed, he said.

The Lanark Pharmacy opened July 31 downtown. Kip and Karrie Sabinson, of Warren, own that site and Warren Pharmacy. Karrie is a registered pharmacist, and she approves the prescriptions. That pharmacy also sells a full line of over-thecounter products, vitamins, and, soon, Hallmark greeting cards.

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MOUNT MORRIS – The coming telepharmacy was not the only good news Economic Development Committee member Rob Urish brought to the village board.

Mount Morris has been solicited to bid for three “large” businesses to come to town, he said Tuesday.

“We expect to make another exciting announcement before year’s end,” Urish said.

Also at the meeting, village Clerk Paula Diehl said she toured the new Sullivan’s Foods store, which plans a “soft” opening Oct. 2, and will be completely open for business Nov. 1.

“It’s fabulous; it’s huge,” she said.

Customers can access the store from a temporary entrance off Front Street, while the old store is being demolished, she said.

The board also paved the way for a new laundromat, unanimously approving an agreement with Matt Dusing for economic incentives to get the business up and running.

Dusing told the board 2 weeks ago that he

is buying the old laundromat on state Route 64 and plans to make improvements inside and out. He hopes to open by January.

The board approved his request for a break on his water and sewer bills for 3 years, giving him a 100 percent abatement the first year, 75 percent the second year, and 50 percent the third year.

He will have to pay the surcharge on both water and sewer use, though, as required by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency.

The village has loans through the IEPA for recent improvements made to the water and sewer systems. The surcharge was levied to help repay the loans.

Trustee Phil Labash, Finance Committee chairman, estimated that the surcharge will bring more than $24,000 over the 3 years.

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Arduini and his wife don’t know what to expect emotionally. But, given the climate, it will be an unforgettable, happy 49th.

“I’ll have a much better idea how I’m going to feel tomorrow,” Arduini said. “It’ll be an individual experience.”

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City leaders’ town hall event: Pack the place What we think Dixon area residents should turn out in large numbers tonight for the first town hall meeting of the city’s new leadership team.

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n April 7, Dixon voters chose to change their city government leadership team.

On May 4, those new leaders took office and began to put their stamp on the Petunia City.

And now, Dixon’s firstyear mayor and four freshman city council members have invited the public to a town hall meeting to share their thoughts on what has happened since then and to get feedback from citizens.

The meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. today at Loveland Community Building, 513 W. Second St. Mayor Liandro Arellano Jr. and council members Chris Bishop, Kevin Marx, Mitch Tucker and

Mike Venier will deliver reports. The new council’s 100-day agenda and city budget will be reviewed.

Afterward, plenty of time has been allotted for local residents (people outside Dixon are also invited) to ask questions and share their comments and ideas – or to just sit back and listen.

“The focus is going to be on what people want,” Arellano said.

That is how city government is supposed to operate, particularly as Dixon continues to recover from the Crundwell era.

Dixonites should pack Loveland tonight and continue their involvement in the city’s renewal.

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GOP leaders need a leader After Boehner retires, McCarthy might be the guy While America’s lenses and eyeballs were focused on last week’s Republican presidential mega-debates, the party’s perpetually beleaguered House and Senate leaders were back in the shadows of the Capitol, struggling to bring common sense to the chaos within their now-fratricidal party.

Whether House Speaker John Boehner and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell succeed, or just flail and fail, could be as important to their party’s fate as any debate happening.

For the Republican Congress’ tea party faction is threatening to force not just one, but maybe two new politically disastrous and economically wasteful government shutdowns.

The last time tea party conservatives tried that, in 2013, Americans blamed the Republicans big-time when they couldn’t get the government services they needed. And Standard & Poor’s, the credit rating agency, estimated the 2013 shutdown siphoned $24 billion out of the U.S. economy.

Boehner and McConnell know that even if rebelling anti-abortion Republicans can shut down the government, they will never succeed in forcing President Barack Obama and congressional Democrats to end federal funding for Planned Parenthood.

Nor will a shutdown get

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Democrats to agree to halt the routine raising of the nation’s debt limit.

It could, however, recklessly plunge the United States into default.

GOP insiders worry that Boehner and McConnell seem overmatched as they struggle to stop a stampede of the herd they are supposed to be leading. Some House tea party members talk about moving to unseat Boehner as speaker.

WHEN THE GOP captured the Senate in 2014, McConnell and Boehner promised they would prove at last that Republicans can be the party of good governance. So far, Republicans have excelled at the lost legislative martial art of blocking the small stuff. Example: Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, fuming at Obama’s ability to stave off veto-proof defeat of his Iran nuclear deal, has arbitrarily blocked all State Department appointments. One he blocked was the confirmation of the head of the Agency for International Development. That good governance move kept the agency leaderless during the tragic Syrian refugee crisis.

Meanwhile, Republicans talk about immigration and Hispanics in ways that Hispan-

ics understandably find offensive. This is happening while party strategists search for a way to win future elections in Texas, Arizona and other states where Hispanic populations are soaring. And the Republican presidential front-runner has crudely disparaged women, the swing bloc that has keyed Democratic presidential victories.

So what does the oncebut-no-longer-Grand Old Party need to do to survive as a major party?

Clearly, its leaders need a leader.

The late conservative icon Jack Kemp, a former Buffalo Bills quarterback who served 18 years in Congress and then was secretary of Housing and Urban Development, was indeed the ideal prototype for today’s GOP. Kemp promoted supply-side economic policies and sponsored enterprise zones for economic growth. And he proudly proclaimed himself a “bleeding heart conservative” who enthusiastically championed success for minorities.

He would never have mused, as Mitt Romney was infamously recorded doing, about “47 percent of the people … who are dependent upon government … who pay no income tax. … and so my job is not to worry about those people.”

Kemp, ever conservative, also made their causes his, too.

Last March, it was not just sad but pathetic that no Republican presidential hopefuls cared enough to go to Selma, Alabama, to honor the 50th anniversary of the “Bloody Sunday” massa-

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cre of peaceful civil rights demonstrators. President Obama and former President George W. Bush were there. But, shamefully, Boehner and McConnell were no-shows.

Kemp, who died of cancer in 2009, would have been marching in the vanguard of the survivors of that Bloody Sunday.

INTERESTINGLY, ONE prominent present-day Republican leader did attend – House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy, R-California. If Boehner retires after next year as many expect, McCarthy deserves to become the new House speaker.

Now, as for the Grand Old Party’s future: Can the Republican Party reform its callous, coldhearted image and uncaring ways?

I once asked that question of a committed Republican who is also one of Washington’s savviest lobbyists. Yes, he said, adding: “In this case it doesn’t take a village. It takes a leader.”

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Gacy exhumations help identify unrelated victim CHICAGO (AP) – An effort to identify remains of young men killed by John Wayne Gacy in the 1970s has led to a break in an unrelated case of a unidentified teenager found shot to death 36 years ago in San Francisco.

The Cook County Sheriff’s office announced Wednesday that DNA tests revealed a “genetic association” between the remains of the teen and Dr. Willa Wertheimer, who submitted her DNA to the office in 2011.

At the time, Sheriff Tom Dart said he had exhumed the remains of eight of Gacy’s 33 victims who were never identified

and asked the relatives of young men who vanished in the 1970s to submit to DNA testing in the hopes of finding a match.

This led to the identification of one of the eight, William George Bundy, within weeks of the exhumations, but Wertheimer’s DNA did not match any of them. Then late last year, tissue samples submitted to a lab by the San Francisco Medical Examiner’s Office of unidentified people who had died there were examined. One sample was from a young man who was shot to death in 1979.

Like the samples from the unidentified Gacy

victims, those samples were uploaded into a federal database, and Dart’s office was notified in May of a genetic association between Wertheimer and the San Francisco remains. Wertheimer’s half brother, Andre “Andy” Drath, had disappeared after traveling from Chicago to San Francisco.

Dental records, an “Andy” tattoo, and records that show he had traveled to San Francisco helped to confirm the identification.

Wertheimer was notified of the match this month.

Drath’s body will be returned to Chicago for burial.

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Steve Wilson, who leads Project GenNex, a group of teenagers and adults whose aim is to bring a youth center to Dixon, proposed Wednesday a partnership between the two groups that would turn Memorial Pool into Memorial Skate Park.

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By obtaining donations, grants, and inkind contributions, Wilson said GenNex would turn a dilapidated structure into something that will benefit Dixon. With minor touchups, the pool would become a skating bowl surrounded by meeting rooms, recreational space, a cafeteria and tutoring rooms – amenities that would help enrich teens in a clean environment.

The youngsters are the most important part of the equation, he said – most of the GenNex’ers joining him at the meeting were high school age, or close to it – and he said the pool plan would be a chance to give the young demographic something to have a stake in. Wilson, who directs Loveland, has seen firsthand the benefits communities derive from such ownership.

“I’ve been working with kids for about 30 years now,” he said. “If we get teens on board immediately, they take ownership, especially if it’s for them.”

Board members, while open to the possibility, had questions.

Addressing cost con-

cerns, Wilson said the park would be financed solely by contributions and not a dime of Park District money; he estimated it could be done for $50,000. On the potential for vandalism, he said the facility would be supervised by adults, lit at all times, and would have security upgrades to prevent break-ins. For maintenance, Wilson said the group will hold annual fundraisers to help make the facility selfsustaining.

But the biggest question coincided with words of warning from board Chairman Ron Pritchard: What about the people clinging to hope that they can bring back Memorial Pool as it was in its heyday?

“I want to make sure that you’re aware of how much you’re biting off,” Pritchard said. “I’m not opposed to it, but you should be aware.”

Countering that, 18-year-old GenNex member Jimmy Taylor asked: What about Dixon’s kids who want to skate and are starving for somewhere safe? Taylor showed the board a 3-minute video – filmed, edited and narrated by him.

“It’s the No. 1 hangout spot for teens,” he said during a clip showing

kids skating in the Wendy’s parking lot. “We’d like to turn the pool into something more.”

The integrity of the pool – its name, its historical references – would remain, Wilson added.

The group was founded 2 years ago, but Wednesday marked the first public reveal of Project GenNex’s goal.

Wilson said other sites have been considered, but the pool is the best option, based on location, the need of Dixon Parks to solve pool problems, and youths’ desire for a safe outlet.

Now that the word is out, board members told Wilson to approach various groups to give the public a better scope of what all the project would entail. He hopes to have estimates ready for the Oct. 14 meeting.

“Anything more you can give us is helpful,” said Pritchard.

Wilson is also anticipating blowback.

“To make it into a pool again, I honestly don’t think it will ever happen. I know we might get into a sticking point with [pool supporters], but that can be eased by our respect for the place. … We’ll honor who the building was built for to begin with.”

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Abby’s free legal advice was overpriced Dear Abby, Your advice to “Poor Birth Mother in Georgia” on June 12 – “Because the college loan agreement with your daughter was verbal and wasn’t put in writing, you don’t have a legal means to force her to assume the loan payments” – was wrong!

Verbal agreements are enforced if they can be proven to be true. Even if the daughter didn’t promise to make the payments, she might be held liable for them, because money provided for the benefit of another gives rise to an implied and enforceable obligation to repay it.

If the statute of limitations has not run out, I

known better; if you’re not a lawyer, you should avoid giving legal advice.

– Attorney in Palm Desert, California

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

think she’s got a pretty good case. Whether it’s economically feasible is another issue, as is the wisdom of getting into litigation with one’s daughter.

Check with your own attorney. You made a mistake that you should correct. If you are a lawyer, you should have

Dear Palm Desert, You are not the only lawyer to say that. Attorneys nationwide wrote to point it out, and I apologize for that answer. Although I did consult an attorney who said my answer was correct, it appears we were both wrong. Read on: Dear Abby, Under Georgia law, oral agreements are enforceable. That mother could bring a lawsuit against her daughter to repay the loan. A famous Georgia case involved Ted Turner, who was sued

for $281 million based on an oral agreement. A Georgia court upheld the agreement, and Turner had to pay the $281 million.

– San Francisco Attorney Dear Abby, Although the agreement “Poor Birth Mother” had with her daughter was an oral one, there might be some documentation, albeit peripheral: email, notes, birthday cards, thank-you cards. Also, the college application and financial disclosure form might say “loan from mother” as anticipated expense payment.

The writer should talk to an attorney in Georgia.

– Mariette, Georgia, Reader

Dear Abby, Just the threat of a lawsuit might bring the daughter around. Lawsuits, sad to say, have enormous blackmail value; the cost to defend them is so high that people settle. I’m a magna cum laude graduate and former officer of Harvard Law School – and for a few years of my misspent youth, a professor at the Northwestern University School of Law. If I were licensed in Georgia, I’d represent her, probably for free (lawyers do such things).

– Attorney in Irving, Texas Dear Abby, Tell the mother to consult her local bar association and ask if it has a pro

bono (free) hotline or clinic to advise her.

– Texas Lawyer Dear Abby, Have her contact Georgia’s Division of Aging and speak to Adult Protective Services. Among the things it deals with is elder abuse, which includes physical, emotional and sexual abuse, neglect by a caregiver, self-neglect and financial exploitation.

– Reader in Georgia 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 Friday, Sept. 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.

Electronics recycling, 9 a.m.4 p.m., Ogle County Solid Waste Management Department, 909 W. Pines Road, Oregon, 815732-4020.

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

Bible study, 10 a.m., Oregon Living & Rehab Center, 811 S. 10th St. Beading class, 10 a.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815622-9230.

Blood pressure check, 11 a.m., Robert Fulton Community Center and Transit Facility, 912 Fourth St., Fulton, 815-589-3925.

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

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

Mercy Nursing free blood pressure clinic, noon-1:30 p.m., County Market, 1380 N. Galena Ave., Dixon Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, closed; 3:30 p.m. closed; 7 p.m., closed; 10 p.m., open, candlelight, Bazaar Americana, 609 W. Third St., Sterling.

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

Ave., Rock Falls.

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

Hearing test, 12:30-3 p.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815622-9230.

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

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., open; 7 p.m., Al-Anon-Alateen, Immanuel Lutheran Church, 960 U.S. Route 52, Amboy.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., closed, women’s, back door, parsonage, Reformed Church, 703 14th Ave., Fulton.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., closed, Rochelle Community Hospital, 900 N. Second St.

COMMUNITY EVENTS Thursday, Sept. 24 Biscuits and gravy, 7 a.m., Hub City Senior Center, 401 Cherry Ave., Rochelle, 815-5625050.

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, 815-6229230.

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, 815288-9236.

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

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

Senior expo and health fair, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 1100 Calvin Road, Rochelle, 815-562-5050.

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

Bingo and popcorn, 10 a.m., Hub City Senior Center, 401 Cherry Ave., Rochelle, 815-5625050.

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

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

Lifescape lunch, 11:30 a.m., Lee County Council on Aging, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, 815288-9236. Sign up by 10 a.m. previous business day.

Lunch, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815622-9230. ’57 Girls, 11:30 a.m. lunch, Froggy’s Bar and Grill, 215 W. Second St., Rock Falls.

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

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

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

“Hand and Foot” card game, 12:30 p.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-622-9230.

Pinochle, 12:30-3 p.m., Big Room, Whiteside County Senior

Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-622-9230.

Quilts and crafts, 12:30 p.m., Hub City Senior Center, 401 Cherry Ave., Rochelle, 815-5625050.

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

Crocheting, knitting and crafts, 1 p.m., Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, 815-288-9236.

Euchre/500 games, 1-2 p.m., Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon.

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

Gulf of Mexico trip preview, 1:30 p.m., Hub City Senior Center, 401 Cherry Ave. Rochelle. Reservations; 815562-5050.

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

Trap shooting, 2 p.m. until no shooters, Coleta Sportsmen’s Club, the corner of Pilgrim and Blue Goose roads, 815-3362191.

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

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

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

Friday, Sept. 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, 815288-9236.

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

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

Bingo, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, 815-2889236.

Intermediate line dancing, 10 a.m., call Whiteside County Senior Center at 815-622-9230 for location.

Wii Bowling and cards, 10 a.m., Hub City Senior Center, 401 Cherry Ave., Rochelle, 815-562-5050.

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

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, Lee County Council on Aging, 100 W. Second St., Dixon.

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

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

Mexican Train dominoes, 12:30 p.m., Whiteside 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, 815288-2117.

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

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

Fall open house for FrameScapes of Rock Falls, 3-8 p.m., Corner Gallery, 202 Fourth Ave., Sterling.

Farmers Market, 3-7 p.m., Fourth Avenue and West Second Street, Rock Falls, 815-6254500.

Farmers Market, 4-8 p.m., parking lot of Union Bank, 2 W. Main St., Mount Morris.

Steak fry dinner, 5-7 p.m., American Legion Post 12, 1120 W. First St., Dixon, 815-2842003.

All-ages open mic night, 5-9 p.m., Triangle-Veterans Memorial Park, Fifth Street and Fifth Avenue, Rock Falls, 815590-8881.

Mexican food, 5-8 p.m., Rock Falls Veterans of Foreign Wars, 217 First Ave. Bingo, 7 p.m. Rock Falls American Legion, 712 Fourth Ave.

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

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7:30 p.m., closed, First Congregational Church, 218 E. Third St., Prophetstown.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., closed (6), Church of God, 816 S. Clay St., Mount Carroll.

Saturday, Sept. 26 American Red Cross blood drive, 7-11 a.m., 112 W. Second St., Rock Falls. Appointment: 815-625-0382.

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

Alcoholics Anonymous, 9 a.m., open, women’s; noon, open; 6

p.m., open, 90-92 S. Hennepin Ave., Dixon.

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

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

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

Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, closed; 7 p.m. closed (5), Bazaar Americana, 609 W. Third St., Sterling.

Sauk Valley Alcoholics Anonymous Group, noon, open, Old School; 7 p.m., open, fun night, bring a friend, back door, 1503 First Ave., Rock Falls.

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Trump dodges Colbert’s questions about Obama’s birthplace on show Tribune News Service

Maybe after binging on all those Oreos, Stephen Colbert was feeling a little sluggish.

On Tuesday night, the comedian welcomed Republican presidential race front-runner Donald Trump on “The Late Show” for what many expected would be a tough interview. After all, since his debut 2 weeks ago, Colbert has devoted a considerable amount of airtime to mercilessly roasting the former reality-TV star turned populist crusader.

Colbert was tough on Trump in his monologue, joking that “one day I might be able to tell my grandkids I interviewed the last president of the United States,” and he began their conversation by thanking Trump for running for

president because of all the punch lines his candidacy has provided.

“I’m not gonna say this stuff writes itself, but you certainly do deliver it on time every day.”

But once Trump was onstage, Colbert mostly allowed the candidate to repeat familiar talking points about Mexico – he’s going to build a “beautiful” wall with a “big, beautiful” door – and China.

The toughest moment in the interview came when Colbert brought up Trump’s involvement with the birther movement, but even this (very fair) question was teed up in an almost apologetic manner.

“I’m going to throw you a big, fat meatball. This is the last time you ever have to address this question if you hit the ball,”

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Colbert said, before asking, “Barack Obama, born in the United States?”

“I don’t talk about it anymore,” said Trump who, you might recall, was once one of the most vocal proponents of the conspiracy theory that Obama was secretly born in Kenya. “I talk about jobs, I talk about our veterans being horribly treated.”

“That meatball is now being dragged down the steps of the subway by a rat,” Colbert responded, in reference to a viral video of a particularly determined New York City rat dragging a full slice of pizza down the subway stairs.

“I’m not talking about that,” reiterated Trump, who had virtually the same reaction during an interview in July with CNN’s Anderson Cooper.

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

Bureau County Genealogy Society seminar, 1 p.m., Society library, 629 S. Main St., Princeton. Registration: 815-8793133.

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

The Kick-It Ticket Narcotics Anonymous, 3 p.m., basement, Fellows Street door, The Worship Center, 403 N. Ottawa Ave., Dixon, 815-677-9694.

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

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

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‘Flashback to the 1970s’ at annual festival Autumn on Parade returns for 45th year next weekend STAFF REPORT news@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5501

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OREGON – “Flashback to the 1970s” is the theme for the 45th annual Autumn on Parade Festival set to return Saturday, Oct. 3, and Sunday, Oct. 4.

New events include a doughnut-eating contest, which will run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. The contest will be separated by age groups.

Also Saturday, Create a Canvas will be held in tandem with the Autumn on the Vine wine-tasting event.

Participants will have the chance to create a canvas painting with help from Roxie’s Boutique in Dixon.

Painting will start at 4:30 p.m., with the tasting at 5.

Tickets are $20 for tasting, $30 for painting, and $50 for both. They can be purchased through the Oregon Cham-

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OREGON – Eagle’s Nest Art Group will host its annual fall art show from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 3 at the second floor art gallery in Conover Square Mall, 201 N. Third St. Artwork from more than 50 area artists will be on display, including oil paintings, acrylics, watercolors, calligraphy, and more.

There is no cost to attend.

Call 815-732-7783 for more information. ber office at 815-732-2100.

Reservations are due Oct. 1.

There will be a vintage baseball demonstration at 1 p.m. Saturday between Washington and Jefferson streets.

Big wheel and trike races also will be offered Saturday in front of the Oregon Public Library, 300 Jefferson St. Races will be at 11:30 a.m., and 1:30 and 3:30 p.m.

The popular arts, crafts, and farmers market will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday on the Ogle

County Courthouse lawn and the surrounding streets.

There will be food vendors and live music.

The 10th annual 5K and 1-mile fun run will return Sunday. The fun run will begin at 8 a.m., followed by the 5K at 8:30.

Also Sunday, the Harvest Time Parade will kick off at 1 p.m. The South Shore Drill Team and the Jesse White Tumblers will be among the performers.

Go to autumnonparade. org for a complete schedule and more information.

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The South Shore Drill Team performs a routine during the 2014 Harvest Time Parade, a highlight of the annual Autumn on Parade celebration.

The parade will begin at 1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 4 in Oregon, capping the 2-day event.

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Dash of pumpkin-sized proportions Find beer, brats at fundraiser for Annual event to return Oct. 3 to Hoover Park exterior plaques STAFF REPORT news@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5501

STERLING – The 24th annual Great Pumpkin Dash Cross Country Festival will return Oct. 3 to Hoover Park, 3807 Woodlawn Road.

Kids up to age 12 will be grouped by age, then run dashes of various lengths throughout the day, with winners getting a large pumpkin and the first 1,000 finishers receiving a small pumpkin.

In addition to the pumpkin, runners also will receive a coupon redeemable for a free lunch at the Sterling Optimist Club food tent.

Registration will begin at 9 a.m., and the first race will start at 11.

Other activities include a petting zoo, bounce houses, ambulance tours, face painting and more.

There is no charge, but a $1 donation would be appreciated.

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A group of toddling runners fires off the blocks during a heat of the Sterling Park District’s annual Great Pumpkin Dash in October 2014 at Hoover Park. The event will return Oct. 3, with registration beginning at 9 a.m.

TAMPICO – The second Beer and Brat Fest fundraiser for the Tampico Historic Preservation Advisory Committee will be from 2 to 8 p.m. Oct. 3 at Reagan Community Center (the former grade school), 202 W. Second St. The Crystal Cork Wine Shoppe in Dixon will have beer and wine available for purchase. Brats, hot dogs, side dishes, soft drinks, and water also will be sold. There will be live music, and a DJ will provide entertainment.

A 50/50 drawing will

take place, with tickets for $1 each or $5 for six.

A raffle will be drawn for door prizes, with ticket price to be determined.

A silent auction also will take place.

There is no cost to attend. Proceeds will go toward the purchase of exterior plaques for 13 Main Street buildings listed on the National Registry of Historic Places.

Auction item donations are sought. To donate, or for more information, contact Denise McLoughlin at tampicohistoricalsociety@gmail. com or 815-590-2143.

WHAT’S GOING ON ing Steve Wilson at swilson@ lovelandcommunityhouse.org or 815-284-2741.

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

The event is free to the public.

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At Cochran’s Pub STERLING – Doug Brundies will play from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday at the bar, 13464 Galt Road.

At The Cooler ROCK FALLS – The Cal Stage Band will bring former members back for a reunion show from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Friday, and The Catfish Dogs will play from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday at the bar, 311 W. Second St. Upcoming: Oct. 24, The Cains At Cragel’s PROPHETSTOWN – Pop Metal Mistress will play from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Oct. 24 at the bar, 345 Washington St. Upcoming: Oct. 31, The Funnies; Nov. 7, Slough Buoys; and Nov. 14, Yesterdaze Gone At Starlight’s Theatre & Lounge STERLING – Smooth Grove will play from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Saturday at the venue, 314 First Ave. There’s a $5 cover.

At Wagon Wheel STERLING – Lyle Grobe and the

Oct. 17 Reflex Blues Band ROCK FALLS – Reflex Blues Band will play from 9 p.m. to midnight at Froggy’s Bar & Grill, 215 W. Second St. Oct. 31 Grobe to play at Moose STERLING – Lyle Grobe and the Rhythm Ramblers will play from 7 to 10 p.m. at Sterling Moose Family Center, 2601 E. Lincolnway.

COMEDY Saturday Comedy back at Arnie’s DEER GROVE – Alan Fish will perform his comedy act at 8 p.m. at Arnie’s Happy Spot, 1667 Hoover Road.

Tickets cost $5 for the show only, or $11 with a chicken dinner.

Tickets are available in advance, and show-only tickets will be available at the door, which will open at 6:30 p.m. The food special runs from 6:30 to 7:30.

Find Alan Fish on Facebook for more information.

Oct. 24 Iowa comedian to perform DEER GROVE – Bill Blank will perform his comedy act at 8 p.m. at Arnie’s Happy Spot, 1667 Hoover Road.

Tickets cost $5 for the show only, or $11 with a chicken dinner.

Tickets are available in advance, and show-only tickets will be available at the door, which will open at 6:30 p.m. The food special runs from 6:30 to 7:30.

Go to billblank.com for more information.

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A donation is required for admission to help cover utility costs.

Call 815-677-2803 for more information.

Richard Marx in concert DEKALB – Performer, songwriter, producer and Grammy Award-winner Richard Marx will perform at 8 p.m. at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St. The Chicago native has sold more than 30 million albums worldwide, starting with his selftitled debut which went to No. 8 and spawned four Top 5 singles, including the chart-topping “Hold on to the Nights,” with “Don’t Mean Nothing” earning him a Grammy nomination for Best Male Rock Vocal Performance.

Ticket prices are $25, $35 and $65. Reserved tickets can be purchased at egyptiantheatre. org, by calling 815-758-1225, or at the box office.

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Friday Music, more at Post House DIXON – Fourth Fridays Open Mic will begin at 7 p.m. at Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St. Each musician or band performs four songs, and a jam session will follow.

Instruments are acoustic, a sound system is provided, and many different styles of music are featured. Poets and short-story

Today Ensemble to perform at SVCC DIXON – The Grammy-nominated Sones de Mexico Ensemble will perform a free show at 7 p.m. at the Mathis Theatre at Sauk Valley Community College, 173 state Route 2.

The group has covered music

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The performance is in celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month.

Contact Ana Salgado, coordinator of Student Activities/CrossCulture, at ana.s.salgado@svcc. edu or 815-835-6432 for more information.

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At German American Heritage Center DAVENPORT, Iowa – “Built to Last: Gustav Stickley’s Legacy of Design,” is on display through Nov. 1 at the center, 712 W. Second St. Stickley, a German-American, was a furniture designer, manufacturer, publisher, and chief proponent of the American Craftsman style. His designs and furniture were known for fine craftsmanship, simple details and high quality materials.

Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Tuesday through Saturday, and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday.

Admission is $5 for adults, $4 for seniors, $3 for children from 5 to 17, and free to members.

Go to gahc.org or call 563322-8844 for more information.

At The Next Picture Show DIXON – The 11th annual “Farms and Barns” exhibit is running through Oct. 10 at the gallery, 113 W. First St. Ann Potts is showing her work through Wednesday on the front wall. Gary Pearson will show his work from Oct. 1 to 15, and Cindy Winterfield will show her work from Oct. 16 to 31.

“Abstracts” will run from Oct. 13 to Nov. 28, with an opening set for 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 16, at the gallery. The show will be judged

by Patricia Moore.

Art at the Loveland DIXON – The art collection at Loveland Community House and Museum, 513 W. Second St., as well as the museum’s many other exhibits, are available for viewing from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Monday through Friday and by appointment. Guided group tours can be scheduled by contact-

Rhythm Ramblers will play from 8 to 11:30 p.m. Saturday at the restaurant, 1711 W. Fourth St. At Whiskey Barrel Saloon ROCK FALLS – Super Red Hot DJ & Karaoke will provide music from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. today, Bad Rumor will play from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Friday, and Dirt Road Rockers, with special guest Southern Ride, will play from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday at the bar, 305 W. Second St.

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WHAT’S GOING ON group’s raffle quilt, “Gems from the Garden,” a queen-size quilt featuring wool applique.

Admission is $5.

For more information, find the group of Facebook, or call Jeanne at 815-626-6627 or Kathy at 815-284-1922.

CONCERTS Saturday Pianist to perform DIXON – Pianist Vitlaus von Horn will present Schubert’s “Piano Sonata in B-flat Major,” at 7 p.m. in the Ladies’ Lounge at the Loveland Community House, 513 W. Second St. Admission is free but seating is limited.

Find the Loveland Community House on Facebook or call 815-284-2741 for more information.

Oct. 1 Classical guitarist to play PRINCETON – Peter Fletcher, a classical guitarist from New York, will perform selections from his latest album of Christmas music, as well as other songs, at 6:30 p.m. at Princeton Public Library, 698 E. Peru St. Fletcher has played at Carnegie Hall and has been heard on radio and television. His CDs will be on sale after the show.

The concert is free and open to the public.

Call 815-875-1331 or go to theprincetonlibrary.org for more information.

Go to peterfletcher.com for more about the artist.

Oct. 2 First Fridays in Oregon OREGON – The First Fridays Open Stage music show will return at 7 p.m. to Oregon VFW Post 8739, 1310 W. Washington St. Each musician or band performs for 15 minutes. Instruments are acoustic, and a professional sound system is provided. The music will include country, bluegrass, blues, gospel, folk, soft rock, and eclectic mixes of the different styles.

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

Upcoming: Nov. 6 Oct. 10 Ready to rock?

DIXON – The first West End festival will please rock fans in the Sauk Valley as it takes over First Street from Peoria to Highland avenues.

The festival, presented by Stewart’s Heating & Air Conditioning and Val’s place, will run from 1 to 11 p.m.

Small Town Hymnal, 30 West, LAVA Rock, and Infinity will perform at the concert.

Find the event on Facebook for more information.

Loveland celebrating anniversary DIXON – Loveland Community House and Museum will celebrate its 75th anniversary with an Open House Gala from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. the the facility, 513 W. Second St. The event is free and refreshments will be served.

The ceremony will start at 2 p.m.

Music will be provided by pianist Vitlaus von Horn and the Dixon Municipal Band.

Proclamations will be presented by state Sen. Tim Bivins, state Rep. Tom Demmer, and representatives of the city of Dixon.

Oct. 16 Blues and Bluegrass FRANKLIN GROVE – If it’s the third Friday of the month, it’s Blues and Bluegrass night at the H.I. Lincoln Building, 136 N. Elm St. Open-stage acoustic gospel, folk, country, blues and bluegrass will be performed, beginning at 7 p.m.

Admission is free, but donations are accepted to help with the upkeep of the historic building.

Go to franklingroveil.org for more information.

Upcoming: Nov. 20

CRAFT SHOWS, FLEA MARKETS, VENDOR SHOWS Saturday and Sunday Find pumpkins, fun at patch AMBOY – Anderson’s Pumpkin Patch is celebrating its fifth year in business with a free craft and vendor fair, live music and kids’ activities from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. both days at 670 U.S. Route 52.

About 50 crafters and vendors will be on site, owner Mary Anderson said. It’s not too late to sign up to sell, and there is no fee – just bring your own tables or tents, she said.

Crafters and artists are especially encouraged to sign up.

Product vendors will be limited to one per product line.

Among those signed up so far are Accessory Extraordinaires, Barefoot Books, Jamberry Nails, Thirty-One, Essential Oils, Plexus Slim, Makeup Eraser, Jewelry in Candles, Creative Custom Banners, Nerium, Michelle’s Signs, Earth Apathezany, Juice Plus, Perfectly Posh, Orgami Owls, It Works, Pink Zebra, Mary Kay, Scentsy, Tupperware, and Pampered Chef.

There also will be train rides, hay rack rides, a kids corn crib, corn maze, bounce house, and a petting zoo. Elsa from “Frozen” will be painting faces, and oldtime Western photos will be available, with a stagecoach, saloon and cabin.

Local musician Les Wilson will play classic country oldies from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday.

Admission is free both days.

Call Anderson at 815-973-8598 or 815-973-8955 to sign up to sell, or for more information, or find Anderson’s Pumpkin Patch on Facebook.

Oct. 3 to Dec. 20 Holiday craft mall ROCK FALLS – Crafters and artisans are invited to rent space in a holiday craft mall that will be open weekends at 901 W. U.S. Route 30, in the Leonard Real Estate office building.

There will be two floors of handmade items only, Pat Leonard said, so artists also are welcome.

The mall will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays and from noon to 5 p.m. Sundays.

Booth rental will be $45 to $50 a month, depending on the size of the booth, and renters will keep all their earnings, Leonard said.

Admission will be free for shoppers.

Call Leonard at 815-718-1307 or drop by the office to sign up or for more information.

Oct. 9-10 Weekend quilt show DIXON – The Petunia City Quilters will present the “Shades of Autumn” quilt show from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 9, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 10 at Northside Baptist Church, 598 River Lane.

The show will feature quilts made by members, vendors, raffle baskets, a boutique, and bake sale.

Quilt appraisals and scissor sharpening will be available.

The show also will feature the

DOWNTOWN EVENTS Saturday Scarecrow Fest and more DIXON – The annual Scarecrow Festival will run from noon to 5 p.m. downtown.

The festival will include pumpkin painting, a petting zoo, a caramel apple bar, soda tastings, apple dumplings, face painting, and a scarecrow contest.

After the family fun, an Oktoberfest Celebration from 5 to 10 p.m. will feature a polka band, Oktoberfest beers, German wines, food, and desserts.

Admission to both events is free.

The United Way of Lee County will hold a 50/50 raffle. Tickets will be available from 4 to 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday at the Dixon City Market along the riverfront between Hennepin and Peoria avenues.

Find the event on Facebook or call 815-288-2308 for more information.

Oct. 10 Second Saturdays returns DIXON – Second Saturdays Art Happenings will return to various venues, most of them running from 6 to 8 p.m. downtown, between First and Second streets and Peoria and Galena avenues. Second Saturdays features art, music and other cultural events, Find the event on Facebook for a complete schedule and more details.

Upcoming: Nov. 14

FESTIVALS AND FAIRS Saturday and Sunday Annual fall festival returns BISHOP HILL – The annual fall festival “Jordbruksdagarna” will return with food, music, dancing, games and crafts this weekend.

Jordbruksdagarna is the Swedish word for Earth work days.

Bishop Hill Heritage Association will host a variety of traditional craft demonstrations in the village park. Artisans will make rope, craft barrels, process flax, create wood carvings, and more.

Vendors will sell farm produce, pumpkins, pioneer popcorn and more in the park from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days.

There will be demonstrations on how to press and cook sorghum and bake hard tack from noon to 4 p.m. both days at Bjorklund Hotel downtown. Visitors can try their hand at shelling corn, making bricks, pressing cider, and masking a corn-husk doll.

There will be an antique tractor parade at 12:30 p.m. each day.

For more details, call 309-9273899, email bhha@mymctc.net, or go to bishophillheritage.org.

Oct. 21 Fall Fest set at church MOUNT MORRIS – Disciples United Methodist Church is preparing to present its Fall Fest at the church, 102 Maple Ave.

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A homemade cookie sale and silent auction will run from 3 to 7 p.m.

The silent auction will include collectibles, gift certificates, holiday decorations, small furniture, and more.

A traditional turkey casserole dinner with sides and homemade pie is set for 4:30 to 7 p.m.

The meal is $8 for adults and $4 for children 6 to 12. Take-out orders can be placed for an additional 50 cents each.

from 7 to 11:30 p.m. both nights at the Chaplin Creek Village, 1715 Whitney Road.

Admission is $5 and parking is free.

Concessions will be sold.

FUN FOR A CAUSE Through Saturday Help build pumpkin lawn stakes OREGON – The Serenity Shed, at 131 N. Third St. in the Data Spectrum building, needs help building pumpkin lawn stakes to be sold at Autumn on Parade.

The project is a fundraiser for Serenity Hospice and Home.

The event will run from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thursday and Friday, and 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday.

Call 815-732-2499 for more information. Treats will be provided.

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FAMILY FUN Saturday Free festival in Lanark LANARK – “Celebrate Lanark!” returns from 4 to 7 p.m. in the gym and cafeteria of Eastland Junior-Senior High School, 500 School Drive.

The festival will feature food, a photo booth, authors, crafts, a farmer’s market, and booths from local service organizations, businesses and entrepreneurs.

Go to lanarkil.com or email Lee Reese at leeleereese@gmail.com or Denise Krysiak gdkrysiak@ gmail.com for more information.

Oct. 17 Ashton church to hold bazaar ASHTON – The 19th annual Ashton United Methodist Church fall bazaar will be from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the church, 906 Richardson Ave. The bazaar will feature its specialty, kuchen, as long as the dessert lasts. A white elephant room, bakery room, and a crafts and country store will be open.

The building is accessible to wheelchairs.

For more information, call the church at 815-453-2328.

Oct. 19 Tacos and trivia at YMCA STERLING – Participants can test their knowledge with a family trivia night from 5 to 7 p.m. at Sterling-Rock Falls Family YMCA, 2505 Ave. E. The event will include door and game prizes. Categories will include Disney, TV and pop culture.

Admission is free for Rock Falls families.

Call 815-535-9622 or email tcastillo@srfymca.org for more information.

Oct. 23-24 Take haunted ride FRANKLIN GROVE – The Franklin Grove Park Board will present its Haunted Zombie Ride

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In Dixon DIXON – The Dixon Park District farmers market is open from 7 a.m. to noon Wednesdays and Saturdays through October at Haymarket Square, 317 W. Third St. It’s the final week of the Dixon City Market, which is open from 4 to 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, along the riverfront between Hennepin and Peoria avenues.

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by Screw City Swingers.

In Morrison MORRISON – The Morrison Farmers Market runs from 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday, rain or shine, at 204 E. Lincolnway. This is the market’s final week.

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

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

In Polo POLO – The Polo Farmers Market will run from 3 to 6 p.m. today at the city’s empty lot located on South Division Avenue, just south of the Shell gas station.

The market runs through the second week of October.

For more information, call Jean Deuth at 815-946-3234.

In Rock Falls ROCK FALLS – The Rock Falls Farmers Market is open from 8 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, 3 to 7 p.m.

Friday, and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday through October at 400 W. Second St. Those interested in being a vendor can call 815-625-4500 or email hodges@rockfallschamber. com.

In Sterling STERLING – The Twin City Market is open from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday in the historical Twin City Produce Building, 106 Ave. A. Find the market on Facebook, go to twincityfarmersmarket.com, or call 815-4997268 for a list of vendors, upcoming events and more information.

Oct. 10 Drawdown set at Sauk DIXON – The Sauk Valley College Foundation will present its Fall Harvest Drawdown from 5 to 8:30 p.m. on the Riverside Lawn at the Sauk, 173 state Route 2.

Tickets are $20, and organizers say one out of every 10 tickets will be a winner.

There will be a barbecue-style meal available for purchase, and a cash bar provided by The Crystal Cork.

Firefly will play during dinner from 5 to 6:30, with the drawdown beginning immediately after.

Participants need not be present to win, and are responsible for all prize-related taxes.

Proceeds support SVCC’s students and programs.

Oct. 16 Fundraiser set in Dixon DIXON – The Ronald Reagan Boyhood Home will host its third Mystery Dinner Fundraiser at the Elks Lodge, 1279 Franklin Grove Road.

Cocktail hour will be at 5:30 p.m., with dinner at 6:30. The title of the show is “Cruise into Murder.”

The event will feature a silent auction, a dessert auction and a dinner buffet, with the proceeds going to the nonprofit home. You can buy tickets there (810 S. Hennepin Ave.), call Executive Director Brandi Langner at 815-288-5176, or visit reaganhome.org.

Tickets are $55, and tables are being sold for $400 for 8 or $500 for 10.

Businesses or individuals interested in donating to the silent or dessert auction can call 815-288-5176.

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Arlo & Janis by Jimmy Johnson Garfield by Jim Davis

Stone Soup by Jan Eliot Get Fuzzy by Darby Conley

Blondie by Dean Young & John Marshall

Wizard of Id by Brant Parker and Johnny Hart

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Some deals are tough, others not

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Salma Hayek, a Mexican and American film actress, director and producer, said, “Life is tough, and if you have the ability to laugh at it, you have the ability to enjoy it.”

Bridge can be tough, and if you have the ability to enjoy it anyway, you will find the game very rewarding.

Some deals are tougher than others. This one is well up the scale. You are West.

You lead a trump against four hearts. When that dummy appears, how would you hope to collect four tricks?

North’s three-heart response was a game-invitational limit raise. Duplicate players these days (sensibly) treat a jump raise in competition as pre-emptive: four-card support but a weak hand.

With at least game-invitation- al values, they cue-bid the overcaller’s suit; here, bidding two spades.

Count the points. Dummy has 11, you have 13, and declarer had enough to go to

game. Clearly, your partner, East, has few values. He cannot hold the spade king or club ace, unless South has taken a gamble.

So, you should hope to take these four tricks: two spades, one diamond and one club. But to get those spade winners, you might need partner to lead the suit through declarer.

South draws trumps and plays a diamond. Rise with your ace and exit safely with a diamond. Declarer will take his tricks there and play a club to his ace.

You must be ready – sacrifice the king under the ace.

Then East will get in for the lethal spade shift.

Keep the club king in your hand and you will be endplayed, forced to lead a spade or concede a ruff-andsluff. © 2015 UFS

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WHAT’S GOING ON FUN FOR A CAUSE Oct. 24 Benefit for WCPT back ROCK FALLS – The second Toast to Transit wine tasting fundraiser for Whiteside County Public Transportation will run from 6 to 9 p.m. at The Barn at Allen Acres, 2206 Prophet Road.

All proceeds will help support the countywide public transportation system.

Tickets are $25 apiece or two for $40 through Oct. 23, and $30 each or two for $50 at the door.

Tickets include eight tasting tickets and appetizers. There will be live music.

The Crystal Cork Wine Shoppe will have a variety of wines, beers and martinis to sample. Participants must be 21 or older to attend.

The first 100 ticket purchasers will receive a complimentary wine glass and wine charm. There will be a 50/50 raffle and a silent auction.

Go to ridewcpt.net or call Tori McDaniel at 815-625-7433, ext.

105, for tickets or more information.

GARAGE SALES AND ANTIQUE SALES Friday through Sunday More garage sales ROCK FALLS – The Rock Falls Chamber of Commerce’s fall garage sales will feature sales in Rock Falls and Sterling.

Business owners will have sidewalk sales and other promotions.

The maps will be available to shoppers no sooner than noon today at Schreiner’s Mobil, 1308 First Ave., and Shell, 220 First Ave., both in Rock Falls; and Shell at 1801 Locust St. and 2412 E. Lincolnway, both in Sterling; and from the chamber’s website.

For more information, visit the rockfallschamber.com or call 815-625-4500.

HISTORY LOVERS Today Netherlands knowledge MORRISON – “The Netherlands: You’re Not Much If You’re Not Dutch and Other Interesting Facts and Observations” will be presented by the Morrison Travel Club and Marc Adami, Mark Zinnen and Ned Nesti at 6:30 p.m. in the program room at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison St. The event is free and open to the public.

Oct. 11 Douglass portrayal on tap STERLING – Steven A. Cole

of Freeport will portray Frederick Douglass at the Sterling-Rock Falls Historical Society’s meeting at 2 p.m. in Ryberg Auditorium at CGH Medical Center, 100 E. LeFevre.

Douglass, an abolitionist, spoke out boldly against slavery and appeared Oct. 27, 1854, in Freeport. He became a friend and adviser to President Abraham Lincoln.

Cole has extensively researched the historic events of the Civil War, leading him to portray Douglass.

The public is welcome to this free event. Refreshments will be served.

Oct. 22 Iowa history on exhibit DAVENPORT, Iowa – TRACES Center for History and Culture will bring its mobile exhibit, “At Home in the Heartland: How Iowans Got to be ‘Us,’” from 1 to 4 p.m. to the German American Heritage Center, 712 W. Second St. It is housed in a retrofitted school bus, the BUS-eum.

The Iowa that existed as few as 35 years ago is gone, organizers say. Sweeping, long-term changes in the region’s agriculture, economy, technology, politics and its ethnic, age or other demographics have altered the ways Iowans live. In the process, old treasures have been lost, even as new possibilities have been gained.

Over the next 18 months, TRACES will take its exhibit to all 99 Iowa counties on three different tours, showing at diverse venues.

While the overall tour focuses on Iowa history, the German American Heritage Center showings will feature local history, as shared by local participants and facilitated by project director Michael Luick-Thrams, whose family has lived in Iowa since the 1830s.

Admission is free. Go to roots. traces.org/at-home-in-the-heartland for more information about the tour.

Talk on Native American history MORRISON – “Illinois 2,000 Years Ago: The Rise of a New Way of Native American Life” will be presented at 6:30 p.m. in the community room at Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison St. The program will be presented by Dr. Michael D. Wiant, anthropologist/archaeologist and director of Illinois State Museum.

The event is free and open to the public.

Motion City Soundtrack sets dial to success on ‘Panic Stations’ KARAOKE Friday and Saturday Party with the James Gang Karaoke with the James Gang from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Friday at PatiO’s, 222 W. First St., Dixon, and 8 p.m. to midnight Saturday at Slurp & Burp, 4319 S. Loran Road, Pearl City.

Email jamesgang1996@gmail. com for more information.

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

Instruments are provided. This is the final week for the open mic.

THEATER Friday through Sunday ‘Sound of Music’ set for stage POLO – Polo Area Community Theatre will present “The Sound of Music” at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Polo Town Hall, 117 N. Franklin Ave. Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 at the door for adults, $8 for seniors, and $6 for children 12 and younger. Tickets are $7 each for groups of 10 or more.

Tickets are available in advance at polotheatre.org or at Polo Public Library, 302 W. Mason St., First State Bank, 211 S. Division Ave., and Polo Sub Stop, 109 W. Mason St. You can write a check out to PACT Tickets and send it to P.O. Box 36, Polo, IL 61064.

Oct. 16-18 ‘101 Dalmatians Kids’ at SVCC STERLING – Woodlawn Arts Academy will present Disney’s “101 Dalmatians Kids” at 7 pm.

Oct. 16 and 17, and 2 p.m. Oct. 17 and 18 in the Mathis Theatre at Sauk Valley Community College, 173 state Route 2.

The show features 48 students from second to fifth grade from the Sauk Valley.

Tickets are $6 and will go on sale at 9 a.m. Oct. 12 at Woodlawn Arts Academy, 3807 Woodlawn Road.

All seating is general admission, and doors will open 30 minutes before showtime.

Call 815-626-4278 for more information.

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The band – one of the more talented and unique of the pop-punk explosion around 10 years ago – hasn’t sounded this good since its 2008 release, “Even If It Kills Me.” Justin Pierre, the band’s frontman, lands knockout melodies in the extremely catchy second track, “TKO.” The album keeps firing on all cylinders with “I Can Feel You.” Sure, at first listen, lyrics like, “I’m starting to see the problem with me is everything. I can’t wait to find you, I really hate that I’m alone,” might sound

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Thursday, September 24, 2015 Numbers game Bibi, a Cheetah that Joe Maddon brought into Cubs clubhouse Wednesday, can go from 0 to 60 mph in 4 seconds. Tuesday, a flamingo, a sloth, a penguin and a snow leopard visited the team.

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PREVIEWS | WEEK 5

DANCE CARD FILLED Dixon, Rock Falls and Sterling all prepare for homecoming clashes MENDOTA AT DIXON

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Sterling’s Jordan Asbury (right) and Sterling Thornton celebrate earlier this season. The Golden Warriors host LaSalle-Peru on Friday.

Exorcising Emphasis on Expecting better Bowers’ demons ground delivery fundamentals

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The last time the Dixon Dukes played at A.C. Bowers Field, things didn’t go so well.

The last time they faced the Mendota Trojans, things didn’t go so well.

The Dukes can’t wait for the chance to put both of those things behind them come Friday night.

Dixon (3-1, 0-1 BNC West) lost its only other home game this season, 95-28 to Rockford Lutheran.

The Rock Falls football aerial circus of recent vintage will not be part of the plan this week.

Instead, head coach Rich Montgomery is hoping to charge up a running game that has been virtually non-existent through four games. That has been a point of emphasis as the Rockets prepare for a visit from Big Northern West rival Winnebago on Friday night. It is also the school’s homecoming.

During the last 10 minutes of practice on Wednesday, Sterling coach Jon Schlemmer took several glances at his watch.

Twice he hollered down to the sophomore practice at the opposite end of Roscoe Eades Stadium about watching the clock.

Time management wasn’t being stressed by the Golden Warriors head coach. He just had to stick to the field schedule.

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VOLLEYBALL | SAUK VALLEY DEF. ILLINOIS VALLEY 25-20, 25-27, 25-18, 25-14

Short lapse in domination Skyhawks relent attack in Game 2 for few brief moments

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Sauk Valley’s Erin Greene (left) and Tressa Schuler crash the net to block an Illinois Valley spike during Wednesday’s match in Dixon. The Skyhawks won 25-20, 25-27, 25-18, 25-14 in an Arrowhead Conference match.

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DIXON – A bag of ice was wrapped to Tressa Schuler’s left elbow, covering a lump the size of a tennis ball.

The Sauk Valley Community College freshman dove for a ball and hit her head and elbow on the bleachers in a match against Illinois Valley. She sat out a total of five points, and returned in time to be in position to spike a gamewinning kill, but the Eagles foiled her plan and sent her kill right onto

Star of the match: Tressa Schuler, Sauk, 19 kills Key performers: Kiarra Harris, Sauk, 15 kills; Haley McAuliffe, Sauk, 25 assists Up next: Sauk at Illinois Central Invite, Friday & Saturday the hardwood behind her.

Illinois Valley rattled off the next two points to steal Game 2 against the Skyhawks, before Sauk rebounded to take the last two games to seal the 25-20, 25-27, 25-18, 25-14 Arrowhead Conference home win.

“We got the first game’s score in our head,” Skyhawks sophomore Kiarra Harris said. “We thought it was over. We were too confident.

But this team has a way of being able to snap back and play well. We knew this was a conference match, and we didn’t let ourselves lose.”

The Skyhawks (14-1, 6-0 Arrowhead) dominated the first game after opening up an 8-0 lead.

They put it in cruise control and eased to the win. Sauk couldn’t get out of first gear, however, and came out flat and lost the second despite leading 20-15.

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Brewers escape Wrigley with one win, B2.

Workman second in TRAC, B3.

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Punt, Pass & Kick event in Rock Falls Boys and girls ages 6-15 can participate at Saturday’s NFL Punt, Pass & Kick competition at Hinders Field at 1:30 p.m. Cost is $2.

There are five age categories, based on the child’s age as of December 31, 2015. Boys and girls will compete seperately within their age groups.

Registration is accepted prior to the event at the Coloma Township park district office, or at Hinders Field on the day of the competition. Call 815-6250272 for more information.

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Lawyer alleges rape kit tampering A rape investigation involving Chicago Blackhawks star forward Patrick Kane took a bizarre turn Wednesday when the attorney for the accuser said an empty paper bag that once held the woman’s rape kit had been secretly placed in the doorway of her mother’s home.

Kane’s attorney said both sides in the case have been told that none of Kane’s DNA was found “from the waist down” on the woman.

Police officials responded that no packaging is missing from the rape kit.

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Coach admits telling players to hit official A Texas high school football coach acknowledged he directed two of his players to hit a referee during a game early this month, according to the school’s principal.

In an internal school district statement, John Jay High School principal Robert Harris said assistant coach Mack Breed told him he directed the students to hit the referee because the ref had used racial slurs and had missed calls.

The referee, Robert Watts, has denied using any slurs.

The two suspended students, Michael Moreno and Victor Rojas, appeared Wednesday at separate disciplinary hearings, which were closed to the public.

Both were ordered to complete 75 days in alternative school before becoming eligible to return to their regular classes Jan. 15, according to their attorney, Jesse Hernandez.

NBA

Durant cleared to play Kevin Durant, the 201314 NBA MVP and scoring champion, played just 27 games for the Thunder last season because of a broken bone in his right foot.

Thunder general manager Sam Presti announced Wednesday that, after three procedures, Durant is ready to go. Training camp begins next week.

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Josh McCown Browns QB is cleared from NFL’s concussion protocol, will return as starter Sunday against Raiders; Johnny Manziel started last week.

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Thursday, September 24, 2015

Brewers cool off Cubs Milwaukee gets to Hendricks; Cards rout Reds; Sox fall By the Associated Press

Zach Davies allowed two hits over six innings, and Martin Maldonado drove in two runs to lead Milwaukee to a 4-1 victory over Chicago on Wednesday at Wrigley Field, snapping the Brewers’ nine-game losing streak to the Cubs.

Jorge Soler homered for the Cubs, who lost for the second time in nine games, and finished with three hits.

Soler homered in the seventh off reliever Will Smith, his 10th of the season.

Davies (2-2) allowed two singles in the second inning, walked one and struck out four.

Francisco Rodriguez pitched the ninth and picked up his 35th save in 37 opportunities.

The Brewers took a 3-0 lead in the seventh when Khris Davis followed Adam Lind’s double with an RBI single.

The Brewers couldn’t solve Cubs starter Kyle Hendricks (7-7), who retired the first 14 hitters. Jean Segura finally reached in the fifth

runs off Frankie Montas (0-1) in his first career start. They scored twice in the first on Martinez’s 11th home run, then added four more runs in the third – two of them scoring on J.D. Martinez’s bases-loaded ground-rule double that gave him 98 RBIs for the season.

Cardinals 10, Reds 2:

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Cubs starter Kyle Hendricks allowed four hits and three runs in six innings as the Brewers beat the Cubs 4-1 on Wednesday at Wrigley Field. when he legged out an infield single and he scored on Luis Sardinas’ RBI single.

Tigers 7, White Sox 4:

Justin Verlander hit 99 mph in evading a basesloaded jam during his final inning, and Victor Martinez hit his 200th career home run as the Tigers beat the White Sox in Detroit.

Verlander (4-8) threw

five straight fastballs 98-99 mph in striking out Geovany Soto to end the seventh inning, and exited with a four-run lead. He allowed three runs and five hits with eight strikeouts.

Melky Cabrera’s 100th career home run, a tworun shot in the fourth, accounted for the first two White Sox runs off Verlander.

The Tigers scored six

Matt Carpenter hit a pair of two-run homers, Lance Lynn pitched six scoreless innings, and the Cardinals routed the Reds in St. Louis.

The win was the fourth straight for the NL Central leaders, and it improved their major league-best record to 96-56. Randal Grichuk and Peter Bourjos also homered as the Cardinals hit four for the first time this season.

Matt Holliday returned to the St. Louis lineup for the first time since July 29 and contributed an RBI double.

Both of Carpenter’s homers came off Brandon Finnegan (4-1), who allowed six runs in five innings.

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Girls golf 4 p.m.

• Eastland at Lena-Winslow

Boys soccer 4:30 p.m.

• Stillman Valley at Dixon • Winnebago at Oregon 6 p.m.

• Kaneland at Sterling

Girls swimming 4:30 p.m.

• DeKalb at Sterling

Girls tennis 4:30 p.m.

• Sterling at Alleman • Dixon at LaSalle-Peru • Newman at United Township

Volleyball 6 p.m.

• Sterling at Ottawa • Oregon at Dixon 7 p.m.

• Fulton at Newman • AFC at Aquin • Lena-Winslow at Eastland 7:30 p.m.

• Galva at Erie

MLB | SPOTLIGHT ON YOGI BERRA

Yogi made impact on people, baseball Berra, 10-time World Series champion, died Tuesday at his home

BY BEN WALKER AP Baseball Writer

NEW YORK – Baseball people tell a wonderful story about Yogi Berra and the most famous home run in history.

Yogi and a couple of his Yankees pals went to Game 3 of the Dodgers-Giants playoff for the 1951 National League pennant, eager to see who they’d face the next day in the World Series opener. But when Brooklyn took a late 4-1 lead, Yogi told his buddies it was time to leave the Polo Grounds.

Yep, Yogi said it was over. They needed to beat the late-afternoon traffic. So the man cherished for saying “it ain’t over till it’s over” missed seeing Bobby Thomson’s home run.

Did it really happen that way?

Who cares?

Yogi, 90, died Tuesday at his New Jersey home. He always insisted that some of the sayings that put him in “Bartlett’s Familiar Quotations” and into the heart of American lexicon didn’t actually come out of his mouth.

Not that he put up too much of a protest.

In fact, only once could people ever remember him getting angry – when the plate umpire called Jackie Robinson safe on a steal of home in the 1955 World Series.

A half-century later, Yogi still was steamed.

There’s a big picture of the play at his museum in Montclair, New Jersey. Almost every time he’d walk past that shot, he’d grumble: “You’re out.”

Until recent years, Yogi was a fixture at Yankee Stadium. He’d pop into the pinstriped clubhouse on days of big events at the ballpark, or sometimes he’d just show up unannounced.

Derek Jeter would stop whatever he was doing to visit with Yogi.

All the stars made time for him.

Rookies would point and, eyes wide, marvel that this man, barely over 5½ feet tall and stooped over a cane, commanded such a presence.

It was hard for them to imagine that he’d been such a great – a slugging catcher who earned three AL MVP awards and won a record 10 World Series titles. Or fully take in that this soft-spoken person had spawned such lore and a legacy.

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New York Yankees Hall of Fame catcher Yogi Berra looks at the glove he used to catch the perfect game thrown by Yankees pitcher Don Larson. Berra was 90 when he died Tuesday at his home in New Jersey.

Of course, everybody who crowded around him hoped to hear a Yogi-ism. Just one. They’d ask him questions and get him to tell stories, ears alert for something funny.

Maybe a “thank you for making this day necessary.” Or a “when you come to a fork in the road, take it.”

More often than not, nope.

He’d talk for a bit, make observations about a player or a game, and that was it.

Nothing hilarious, nothing new to post on Twitter or go viral on Vine.

Not that anyone seemed disappointed. Far from it.

Former Yankees fan favorite Paul O’Neill fondly recalls one of his best days at the ballpark.

It was the time he spent with Yogi in an equipment manager’s office.

O’Neill said he sat mesmerized as Yogi talked about being aboard a Navy gunboat at the D-Day invasion. No boasting, just telling how it was. That, and reminiscing about spring training in the 1940s and the way things were.

I can remember approaching Yogi in spring training in 1988, working on a story about the dearth of good catchers in the majors. He was a coach then for the Houston Astros. On a morning in Haines City, Florida, hours before an exhibition game

against the Royals, he was standing by himself in the dugout.

He didn’t have an aura around him, like a Sandy Koufax or Reggie Jackson. He wasn’t a huge physical presence, like Dave Winfield or Willie Stargell.

A couple of questions, a couple of quotes – “Maybe they’re scared to catch. We didn’t know any better” – and an impish smile.

Simply Yogi, right there.

A day after he died, the tributes poured in from the sports world and beyond.

Atlanta Falcons coach Dan Quinn, a New Jersey native, began his regular Wednesday news conference with a nod to him, even before talking about a big upcoming game against the Cowboys.

“I’d like to give a little recognition to Yogi Berra today,” Quinn said. “Anytime you’re a 10-time world champion, that shows what a good career you’ve had.

That’s a stellar career. What a neat guy.”

And as fans traded their favorite Yogi-isms, it was nice to see another one emerge, thanks to Johnny Bench. The Reds Hall of Famer posted a picture of a telegram he got from Yogi right after topping his mark for home runs by a catcher.

“I knew my record would stand,” Berra wrote Bench, “until it was broken.”

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• Women, Rutgers at Illinois, BTN Prep football 7 p.m.

• Montgomery (Texas) vs.

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• White Sox at Yankees, CSN/MLB • Brewers at Cardinals, FSN/MLB NFL 7 p.m.

• Redskins at Giants, CBS/ NFL WNBA playoffs 7 p.m.

• Western Conference finals, game 1,Phoenix at Minnesota, ESPN2

On this date September 24 1950 • Chicago Cardinals QB Jim Hardy sets NFL record by throwing 8 interceptions in 45-7 loss to the Eagles.

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Wednesday’s results

AMERICAN CONFERENCE

Byron Invite at Byron Forest Preserve 2.87 miles Team scores 1. DeKalb 41; 2. Burlington Central 53; 3.

Newman 87; 4. Rochelle 101; 5. Byron 127; 6. Pecatonica-Durand 164; 7. Oregon 186; 8. West Carroll 189 Top 5 finishers 1. P.J. Nordgren (Hiawatha) 15:33.88; 2.

Chris Ahlers (New) 15:42.10; 3. Nick Harvey (BC) 15:53.23; 4. Julian Hernandez (Roch) 16:01.67; 5. Chase Sarver (Byr) 16:10.60 Other Newman runners: 19. Shay Hafner 16:59.82; 22. Ethan Nash 17:19.69; 23. Brady Osborne 17:20.16; 26. Spencer Mauch 17:26.35; 31. Matt Hodge 17:41.84; 32. Quentin Larson 17:45.66 Oregon runners: 25. Ian Hussung 17:25.88; 38. Zack Hawkins 18:21.26; 39.

Jordan Wilkins 18:25.93; 46. Ricky Bower 19:35.36; 49. Arne Wendler 19:50.59; 52. Timon Reis 22:13.25; 55. Will Coots 22:51.65 West Carroll runners: 20. Daniel Hartman 17:08.88; 33. Jacob Casey 18:00.02; 42. Caleb Stines 19:04.40; 53. Tom Knight 22:36.75; 54. Indigo Zach 22:51.41 Eastland runners: 37. Tyler Dambman 18:16.91; 40. Hunter Todd 18:28.24

Girls cross country Wednesday’s results

Byron Invite at Byron Forest Preserve 2.87 miles Team scores 1. Sycamore 46; 2. Byron 68; 3. DeKalb 82; 4. Newman 100; 5. Rochelle 110; 6.

Burlington Central 116; 7. Eastland 184; 8.

Oregon 216 Top 5 finishers 1. Megan Safranski (BC) 18:29.32; 2.

Katherine Olsen (DeK) 18:34.07; 3. Audrey Harrod (Hinckley-Big Rock) 19:38.85; 4.

Teagan McKenna (New) 19:47.84; 5. Ella Holland (Syc) 20:00.31 Other Newman runners: 10. Kelsey Simpson 20:59.99; 28. Elizabeth Oswalt 22:17.47; 37. Natalie Amezola 22:54.11; 38. Kate Bonnell 22:54.67; 39. Kirsten Tunink 23:11.12; 45. Jillienne Roe 23:40.10 Eastland runners: 16. Megan Schmieder 21:18.76; 30. Leah Kuper 22:25.83; 53. Anna Kuper 25:00.05; 57. Cecelia Guerrero 25:29.65; 59. Adrianna Hensgen 25:56.90; 60. Sammy Sohl 27:23.03; 64.

Lauren Swanson 31:44.73 Oregon runners: 34. Mayra Nava-Moyotl 22:38.07; 54. Naia Cisneros 25:07.56; 55. Addison Kitzmiller 25:07.91; 56. Abby Newman 25:20.14; 58. Rosie Sarantakos 25:30.31; 61. Jessica Brink 28:02.69; 63.

Kelsey Handschuh 28:14.86 West Carroll runners: 18. Hailey Barsema 21:30.44; 50. Meng Huang 24:18.02; 51. Lauren Dauphin 24:22.51; 62. Jessica Barr 28:03.04

Boys golf Wednesday’s results at Lake Erie C.C. Par 36

ROCK FALLS 156, ERIE 189 Medalists: Cooper Kilberg, Nolan Moeller (RF) 38 Other Rock Falls scores: Andrew Ashley 39, Bronson Mintun 41, Mitchel Guzzle 44, Josh Hewitt 60 Erie scores: Levi Floming 40, Jake Murray 47, Brandon Howell 49, Caden Swift 53, Russell Johnson 54, Derek Redell 63 at Fyre Lake, Sherrard Par 35

SHERRARD 189, BUREAU VALLEY 193, NEWMAN 206 Medalists: Jacob Rude (N), Ethan Earl (S) 44 Other Newman scores: K.C. Knack 49, Josh Payan 54, Sean Weir 59, Kyle Ellefsen 62, Blake Gockel 79 Bureau Valley scores: Spencer Marquez 47, Corbin Walsh 47, Harrison Brousseau 49, Colton Novotny 50, Jay Norden 51, Michael Law 54 at Lacoma Red Course, East Dubuque Par 35

EAST DUBUQUE 163, EASTLAND 180 Medalist: Trevor Larkin (ED) 39 Eastland scores: Kaden Henze 43, Curt Strauss 45, Shay Goellner 46, Austin Poffenberger 46, Chris Kniss 48, Collin Eubanks 48

Girls golf Wednesday’s result

Three Rivers Conference Tournament

at Highland Springs, Milan Par 72 Team scores 1. Sherrard 375, 2. Rockridge 383, 3. Erie 415, 4. Princeton 442, 5. Orion 462, 6.

Riverdale 458, 7. Prophetstown 481 Top 10 individuals (all-conference) 1. Jillian Stone (Rockridge) 78; 2. Jaeden Workman (Morrison) 80; 3. Katy Schmidt (Sherrard) 81; 4. Mackenna Munson (Fulton) 87; 5. Sera Bebon (Erie) 88; 6. Danielle Abella (Sherrard) 93; 7. Nikki Schmidt (Sherrard) 94; 8. Arraia Hicks (Princeton) 98; 9. Madison Newton (Erie) 99; 10.

Amanda Scheri (Hall) 99 Other Erie scores: Riley Redell 112, Sharon Kuhlemier 116, Heather Coers 128, Lexus Georgean 145 Prophetstown scores: Rachael Driscoll 103, Maddie Purvis 120, Ashley Cooney 125, Jasmine Haggard 133, Hannah Kolling 139, Alyvia Hogue 152 Amboy scores: Hannah Grady 124; Rayven Wheling 134 Other Morrison score: Allyssa Renner 141 at Lacoma Red Course, East Dubuque Par 35

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East L T Pct PF Dallas 0 0 1.00 47 Washington 1 0 .500 34 N.Y. Giants 2 0 .000 46 Philadelphia 2 0 .000 34 South W L T Pct PF Atlanta 2 0 0 1.00 50 Carolina 2 0 0 1.00 44 Tampa Bay 1 1 0 .500 40 New Orleans 0 2 0 .000 38 North W L T Pct PF Green Bay 2 0 0 1.00 58 Minnesota 1 1 0 .500 29 Detroit 0 2 0 .000 44 Chicago 0 2 0 .000 46 West W L T Pct PF Arizona 2 0 0 1.00 79 St. Louis 1 1 0 .500 44 San Francisco 1 1 0 .500 38 Seattle 0 2 0 .000 48 Today’s game Washington at N.Y. Giants, 7:25 p.m.

Sunday’s games Atlanta at Dallas, noon Indianapolis at Tennessee, noon Tampa Bay at Houston, noon San Diego at Minnesota, noon Pittsburgh at St. Louis, noon Oakland at Cleveland, noon Cincinnati at Baltimore, noon Jacksonville at New England, noon New Orleans at Carolina, noon Philadelphia at N.Y. Jets, noon San Francisco at Arizona, 3:05 p.m.

Chicago at Seattle, 3:25 p.m.

Buffalo at Miami, 3:25 p.m.

Denver at Detroit, 7:30 p.m.

Monday’s game Kansas City at Green Bay, 7:30 p.m.

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Top 25 schedule

Friday’s game No. 21 Stanford at Oregon State, 9 p.m.

Saturday’s games No. 1 Ohio State vs. W. Michigan, 2:30 p.m.

No. 2 Michigan St. vs. Central Michigan, 11 a.m.

No. 3 Mississippi vs. Vanderbilt, 6 p.m.

No. 3 TCU at Texas Tech, 3:45 p.m.

No. 5 Baylor vs. Rice, 2 p.m.

No. 6 Notre Dame vs. UMass, 2:30 p.m.

No. 7 Georgia vs. Southern U., 11 a.m.

No. 8 LSU at Syracuse, 11 a.m.

No. 9 UCLA at No. 16 Arizona, 7 p.m.

No. 12 Alabama vs. Louisiana-Monroe, 3 p.m.

No. 13 Oregon vs. No. 18 Utah, 7:30 p.m.

No. 14 Texas A&M vs. Arkansas at Arlington, Texas, 6 p.m.

No. 17 Northwestern vs. Ball State, 7 p.m.

No. 19 USC at Arizona State, 9:30 p.m.

No. 20 Georgia Tech at Duke, 11 a.m.

No. 22 BYU at Michigan, 11 a.m.

No. 22 Wisconsin vs. Hawaii, 7 p.m.

No. 24 Oklahoma St. at Texas, 2:30 p.m.

No. 25 Missouri at Kentucky, 6:30 p.m.

MLB American League East Division W L Pct Toronto 87 65 .572 New York 83 68 .550 Baltimore 75 76 .497 Tampa Bay 74 78 .487 Boston 72 79 .477 Central Division W L Pct Kansas City 87 63 .580 Minnesota 78 73 .517 Cleveland 74 76 .493 Chicago 72 80 .474 Detroit 71 81 .467 West Division W L Pct Texas 81 69 .540 Houston 80 73 .523 Los Angeles 78 74 .513 Seattle 74 77 .490 Oakland 64 87 .424

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Wednesday’s results Detroit 7, Chicago White Sox 4 L.A. Angels 6, Houston 5 Baltimore 4, Washington 3 Toronto 4, N.Y. Yankees 0 Tampa Bay 6, Boston 2 Minnesota 4, Cleveland 2 Seattle at Kansas City, late Texas at Oakland, late Today’s games Texas (Hamels 4-1) at Oakland (Bassitt 1-6), 2:35 p.m.

Baltimore (T.Wilson 2-2) at Washington (Roark 4-6), 3:05 p.m.

Chicago White Sox (Sale 12-10) at N.Y. Yankees (Pineda 11-8), 6:05 p.m.

Tampa Bay (E.Ramirez 10-6) at Boston (Miley 11-10), 6:10 p.m.

Cleveland (Co.Anderson 5-3) at Minnesota (Gibson 10-10), 7:10 p.m.

Seattle (Paxton 3-4) at Kansas City (Cueto 2-6), 7:10 p.m.

Wednesday’s box score Chicago

Medalist: Karissa Freidag 38 Other Eastland scores: Grace Norton 47, Bailey Heckman 48, Chloe Anderson 65, Jenna French 68

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East Division W L Pct New York 85 67 .559 Washington 78 73 .517 Miami 65 87 .428 Atlanta 62 91 .405 Philadelphia 57 95 .375 Central Division W L Pct z-St. Louis 96 56 .632 Pittsburgh 92 60 .605 Chicago 89 63 .586 Milwaukee 64 88 .421 Cincinnati 63 88 .417 West Division W L Pct Los Angeles 85 65 .567 San Francisco79 71 .527 Arizona 73 78 .483 San Diego 70 81 .464 Colorado 63 89 .414

Wild-card standings

TIGERS 7, WHITE SOX 4

EASTLAND 198, EAST DUBUQUE 218

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3B–R.Davis (11). HR–Me.Cabrera (12), V.Martinez (11). CS–Olt (1).

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Wednesday’s results Baltimore 4, Washington 3 Atlanta 6, N.Y. Mets 3 Miami 4, Philadelphia 3, 11 innings Milwaukee 4, Chicago Cubs 1 St. Louis 10, Cincinnati 2 Pittsburgh 13, Colorado 7 Arizona at L.A. Dodgers, late San Francisco at San Diego, late Today’s games Arizona (Corbin 6-4) at L.A. Dodgers (Kershaw 14-7), 2:10 p.m.

Pittsburgh (Locke 8-11) at Colorado (Bettis 8-5), 2:10 p.m.

Baltimore (T.Wilson 2-2) at Washington (Roark 4-6), 3:05 p.m.

N.Y. Mets (Matz 4-0) at Cincinnati (Jos. Smith 0-2), 6:10 p.m.

Philadelphia (Asher 0-4) at Miami (Cosart 2-4), 6:10 p.m.

Milwaukee (Jungmann 9-6) at St. Louis (Wacha 16-6), 6:15 p.m.

San Francisco (Bumgarner 18-8) at San Diego (Kennedy 8-15), 8:10 p.m.

Wednesday’s box scores

Workman 2nd in TRAC Morrison golfer shoots 80; Rockets roll

By SVM Sports Staff

Morrison’s Jaeden Workman fired an 8-over-par 80 to take second place at the Three Rivers Conference girls golf tournament held Wednesday at Highland Springs in Milan.

Workman’s score was bettered by just one golfer – Rockridge’s Jillian Stone, who had a 78.

Fulton’s Mackenna Munson was fourth with an 87, while Erie’s Sera Bebon placed fifth with an 88. The Cardinals’ Madison Newton finished ninth with a 99.

Golfers who finished in the top 10 received allconference recognition.

Sherrard won the team title with a 375 total, eight less than Rockridge. Erie was third at 415, while Prophetstown was seventh among seven teams at 481. Rachael Driscoll led the Prophets with a 103.

Eastland 198, East Dubuque 218: Karissa Freidag’s 3-over-par 38 led the Cougars past the Warriors at Lacoma Red Golf Course in East Dubuque.

Boys golf Rock Falls 156, Erie 189: Cooper Kilberg and Nolan Moeller shared medalist honors with 2-over-par 38s as the Rockets topped the Cardinals at Lake Erie Country Club.

Levi Floming was low for Erie with 40.

Sherrard 189, Bureau Valley 193, Newman 206: The Comets’ Jacob Rude shared medalist honors with Sherrard’s Ethan Earl with 9-overpar 44s at Fyre Lake in Sherrard.

Spencer Marquez and Corbin Walsh led BV with 47s.

East Dubuque 163, Eastland 180: Kaden Henze led the Cougars with a 43 in a loss to the Warriors at Lacoma Red Golf Course.

The medalist was East Dubuque’s Trevor Larkin with a 4-over-par 39.

Boys cross country Newman 3rd in Byron: Chris Ahlers’ individual runner-up finish led the Comets to third place in the eight-team Byron Invite at Byron Forest Preserve.

Newman had 87 points, behind DeKalb (41) and Burlington Central (53).

Oregon was seventh (186), and West Carroll was eighth (189); Eastland also competed, but did not field a full team.

Ahlers covered the 2.87-mile course in 15:42.10, behind only Hiawatha’s P.J. Nordgren (15:33.88). Shay Hafner (19th, 16:59.82) added a top-20 finish for the Comets, who had all seven runners finish 32nd or better.

Ian Hussung was 25th in 17:25.88 to lead the Hawks, while Daniel Hartman ran to 20th in 17:08.88 to pace the Thunder. Tyler Dambman (18:16.91) and Hunter Todd (18:28.24) finished 37th and 40th for the Cougars.

Girls cross country Comets 4th in Byron: Led by Teagan McKenna’s fourth-place finish, Newman took fourth in the eight-team Byron Invite at Byron Forest Preserve.

Newman scored 100 points to finish behind Sycamore (46), Byron (68) and DeKalb (82).

Eastland took seventh (184), and Oregon was eighth (216); West Carroll also competed, but did not field a full team.

McKenna ran the 2.87-mile course in 19:47.84, 1:18 behind winner Megan Safranski of Burlington Central (18:29.32). Kelsey Simpson added a 10th-place finish (20:59.99) for the Comets.

Megan Schmieder took 16th in 21:18.76 to lead the Cougars, while Mayra Nava-Moyotl’s 22:38.07 was good for 34th place for the Hawks.

Hailey Barsema’s 18thplace finish in 21:30.44 led a contingent of four Thunder runners.

Volleyball Morrison def. Rock-

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CARDINALS 10, REDS 2 Cincinnati

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Skyhawks take control with 15-2 run LAPSE

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The sloppy play carried over into the start of the third game, as they fell in a 10-5 hole. But just when it looked as if the match was spiraling out of control for the conferenceleading Skyhawks, they rattled off a big run.

“We knew we had to get back up,” Sauk sophomore outside hitter Shiela Browning said. “We know how to win, we just had to get our heads right and battle back.”

Sauk did battle back as it went on a 15-2 run to take a 20-12 lead and cruised to a win.

The Skyhawks displayed their strength at the net, and exploited that in the final two games. Harris and Schuler were nearly unstoppable as they owned the net. If The Eagles shifted two blockers over to the pair, Browning and Brooke Williams would take over.

The onslaught of kills simply overpowered Illinois Valley (8-8, 3-3).

“There’s not any doubt about it,” Skyhawks coach Jay Howell said.

“We had a letdown after Game 1. We let our foot

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SVCC’s Taylor-Marie Pullan spikes a shot Wednesday against Illinois Valley. off the gas. [Illinois Valley] played with confidence, they were digging everything and had the momentum.

“It was a big turn for us in the third set. I’m proud of the way the girls responded.”

Schuler finished with a match-high 19 kills,

Harris added 15 more.

Browning, who missed 2 weeks with an injury, had 10 kills. Jordan Wilken had 18 digs, Rock Falls graduate and Sauk freshman Chelsi Blair had 14 digs, while Haley McAuliffe (25) and Kayci Howell (20) combined for 45 assists.

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WE PICK ’EM | WEEK 5

CONFERENCE GLANCES NIB-12 West Conf.

1-0 1-0 0-0 0-1 0-1

Geneseo Ottawa Sterling Rochelle LaSalle-Peru

Conf.

1-0 1-0 0-0 0-1 0-1

DeKalb Kaneland Morris Yorkville Sycamore

All 4-0 4-0 3-1 2-2 2-2

All 3-1 3-1 3-1 2-2 1-3

Friday’s games • Kaneland at DeKalb, 7:15 • Morris at Yorkville, 7:15 • Ottawa at Sycamore, 7:15

Big Northern West Rkfd. Lutheran Byron Stillman Valley Dixon Oregon Winnebago Mendota Rock Falls

Conf.

2-0 2-0 2-0 1-1 1-1 0-2 0-2 0-2

All 4-0 3-1 2-2 3-1 2-2 1-3 0-4 0-4

Friday’s games • Mendota at Dixon, 7 • Oregon at Lutheran, 7 • Stillman Valley at Byron, 7 • Winnebago at Rock Falls, 7

Big Northern East

Conf.

Johnsburg 2-0 Marengo 2-0 Richmond-Burton 1-1 North Boone 1-1 Genoa-Kingston 1-1 Harvard 1-1 Burlington Central 0-2 Rfd. Christian 0-2

All 4-0 4-0 3-1 2-2 2-2 2-2 0-4 0-4

Friday’s games • Burlington Central at GenoaKingston, 7 • Harvard at Marengo, 7 • Johnsburg at Richmond-Burton, 7 • Rockford Christian at North Boone, 7

Three Rivers Mississippi Princeton Newman Erie-Prophetstown Hall St. Bede Kewanee Sherrard

Conf.

2-0 1-0 1-0 1-1 1-1 0-2 0-2

All 4-0 4-0 3-1 3-1 2-2 2-2 0-4

Friday’s games • Fulton at Princeton, 7:30 • Hall at Sherrard, 7:30 • Kewanee at St. Bede, 7:30 Saturday’s game • Erie-P’town at Newman, 4

AP POLL Class 8A

Cody Cutter 287 pts 39-10

Patrick Mason 279 pts 39-10

73 pts 10-2

71 pts 11-1

75 pts 10-2

72 pts 9-3

72 pts 10-2

75 pts 10-2

STER 6 pts DIXON 5 pts LUTH 13 pts RF 4 pts BV 2 pts EP 1 pt PRINCE 9 pts MORR 10 pts AFC 3 pts GALENA 11 pts MVILLE 12 pts POLO 7 pts FORR 8 pts

STER 11 pts DIXON 9 pts LUTH 12 pts WINN 4 pts AMBOY 2 pts NEW 7 pts PRINCE 8 pts MORR 6 pts AFC 1 pt GALENA 10 pts MVILLE 5 pts POLO 13 pts FORR 3 pts

STER 8 pts DIXON 10 pts LUTH 13 pts RF 1 pt AMBOY 4 pts NEW 5 pts PRINCE 6 pts MORR 2 pts AFC 3 pts GALENA 12 pts MVILLE 11 pts POLO 9 pts FORR 7 pts

STER 10 pts DIXON 11 pts LUTH 12 pts WINN 5 pts AMBOY 7 pts NEW 6 pts PRINCE 9 pts MORR 3 pts AFC 2 pts GALENA 13 pts MVILLE 4 pts POLO 8 pts WC 1 pt

STER 9 pts DIXON 12 pts LUTH 13 pts RF 2 pts AMBOY 6 pts NEW 8 pts FULTON 5 pts MORR 1 pt AFC 3 pts GALENA 10 pts MVILLE 11 pts POLO 4 pts WC 7 pts

STER 12 pts DIXON 11 pts LUTH 10 pts WINN 6 pts BV 1 pt NEW 2 pts PRINCE 4 pts MORR 3 pts AFC 5 pts GALENA 13 pts MVILLE 8 pts POLO 9 pts FORR 7 pts

Overall

Friday’s games • LaSalle-Peru at Sterling, 7:15 • Ottawa at Sycamore, 7:15 • Rochelle at Geneseo, 7:15

NIB-12 East

Thursday, September 24, 2015

Last week LaSalle-Peru (2-2) at Sterling (3-1) Mendota (0-4) at Dixon (3-1) Oregon (2-2) at Lutheran (4-0) Winnebago (1-3) at Rock Falls (0-4) Amboy (2-2) at Bureau Valley (1-3) Erie-P’town (3-1) at Newman (4-0) Fulton (1-3) at Princeton (4-0) Morrison (0-4) at Riverdale (0-4) AFC (1-3) at Durand (1-3) Eastland-P.C. (0-4) at Galena (2-2) Milledgeville (3-1) at River Ridge (0-4) Warren (3-1) at Polo (4-0) West Carroll (3-1) at Forreston (3-1)

Ty Brian Reynolds Weidman 275 pts 274 pts 36-13 35-14

Brenden West 261 pts 35-14

Homer Dan Woessner (home team) 276 pts 27-22 36-13

9-3

Brady Rude, Newman Dylan Binion, Erie-P’town Sterling Thornton, Sterling John Ghibellini, Oregon Phillip Coers, Erie-P’town Trey Simmons, Fulton Ethan Mangler, West Carroll Arthur Cox, Dixon Will Konneck, BV Buddy Bibler, M’ville Brooks Grobe, Polo Keegan Schubert, EPC Latrell Vaughn, Sterling Dallas Appleman, Amboy Drake Barlow, Amboy Andy Bird, Morrison

Att 88 45 89 70 41 64 51 35 62 35 29 65 30 65 47 58

Passing yards Yds 716 519 510 443 409 382 379 352 341 335 341 298 285 281 272 268

TD 10 8 13 5 5 5 2 4 0 2 4 0 2 5 4 2

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Drake Davis, BV Logan Pillars, Rock Falls Nate Gascoigne, Dixon Sterling Thornton, Sterling Jordan Hochstatter, Amboy Dylan Keller, Morrison D.J. Heeren, EPC Logan Whitman, Newman Jack Lemke, Fulton Kody Plattenberger, West Carroll Tyler Sweenie, Fulton Brody Grobe, Polo Jacob Hilliker, AFC Jerrick Orsted, Oregon David Zinke, AFC Wyatt Patterson, Polo

Yds 576 524 518 430 206 194 171 169 169 165 159 146 136 116 83 71

TD 7 2 6 4 3 0 0 1 3 1 1 2 1 2 1 1

Jordan Asbury, Sterling Kyle LeBlanc, Dixon Bryan Herr, BV Will Konneck, BV Brighton Haverland, EPC Blake Wind, Rock Falls Michael Berentes, Rock Falls Benny Mayes, Dixon Turner Morse, Sterling Devon Ballard, Fulton Richie Bartnick, Polo Roger Carlson, Rock Falls Jack Lemke, Fulton Austin Mallow, West Carroll Reid Blackburn, Sterling Bryce Stanley Dixon

Conf.

2-0 2-0 1-0 1-1 0-1 0-2 0-2

Rec Yds 18 254 16 265 14 316 12 181 11 139 11 125 10 155 10 94 10 69 8 124 8 123 8 55 7 90 7 74 7 59 7 39

TD 2 4 5 2 0 1 0 2 0 1 2 0 0 0 2 0

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Injury forces changes on offensive line DELIVERY

Orion Rockridge Amboy Fulton Morrison Bureau Valley Riverdale

All 4-0 2-2 2-2 1-3 0-4 1-3 0-4

Friday’s games • Amboy at Bureau Valley, 7:30 • Fulton at Princeton, 7:30 • Morrison at Riverdale, 7:30 • Rockridge at Orion, 7:30

NUIC Northwest Dakota Lena-Winslow West Carroll Forreston Galena East Dubuque Pecatonica Eastland-P.C. South Beloit

Conf.

4-0 3-0 3-1 2-1 2-2 1-2 1-3 0-3 0-4

All 4-0 4-0 3-1 3-1 2-2 2-2 1-3 0-4 0-4

Friday’s games • South Beloit at East Dubuque, 7 • Dakota at Lena-Winslow, 7:15 • Eastland-P.C. at Galena, 7:30 • Pecatonica at Stockton, 7:30 • West Carroll at Forreston, 7:30

NUIC Upstate Polo Milledgeville Stockton Warren Aquin AFC Durand Orangeville River Ridge

Conf.

3-0 3-1 3-1 3-1 2-2 1-2 1-3 0-3 0-3

All 4-0 3-1 3-1 3-1 2-2 1-3 1-3 0-4 0-4

Friday’s games • AFC at Durand, 7 • Milledgeville at River Ridge, 7 • Aquin at Orangeville, 7:30 • Pecatonica at Stockton, 7:30 • Warren at Polo, 7:30

Rock Falls (0-4, 0-2) has churned out 207 yards on the ground thus far. The team’s leading rusher, Isaiah Harris, has 14 carries for 76 yards – and most of those came in the second half of a running clock game against Marengo in Week 2.

“We are doing what we can to try to shore up some of our issues with the running game,” Montgomery said. “We’ll make some blocking adjustments and set adjustments in the backfield to get some more power where we need it. It’s looked OK this week.”

The offensive line will be without Blake Claxton, a stout sophomore who was manning the right tackle position. He suffered a concussion against Oregon in Week 3 and has not been cleared to play yet.

His position is being filled by Tyler Meyers.

The rest of the line is right guard Zach Scott, center Collin Olson, left guard Ryan Billings and left tackle Francisco Arellano.

For Scott, the key is repetitions in practice, and working together as a unit.

“The whole line needs to work as a

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School W-L Pts Prv 1. Joliet Catholic (15) (4-0) 150 2 2. Peoria Central (4-0) 113 4 3. Peoria Notre Dame (4-0) 99 6 4. Nazareth (3-1) 93 1 5. Woodstock Marian (4-0) 77 — 6. Lincoln Way West (4-0) 76 7 7. Washington (4-0) 67 — 8. St. Francis (3-1) 43 3 9. Triad (4-0) 32 9 10. Highland (4-0) 22 10 Others receiving votes: Metamora 15, Centralia 11, Woodstock 9, Normal University 8, Champaign Central 4, St. Laurence 2, Sterling 2, Rich Central 1, Jacksonville 1.

Class 4A School W-L Pts Prv 1. Rochester (15) (4-0) 168 1 2. Phillips (2) (4-0) 154 2 3. Rockford Lutheran (4-0) 134 3 4. Althoff Catholic (4-0) 111 4 5. Geneseo (4-0) 100 5 6. Murphysboro (4-0) 63 6 7. Herrin (4-0) 46 7 T7. Manteno (4-0) 46 9 9. Columbia (4-0) 36 8 10. Morris (3-1) 17 — Others receiving votes: Marengo 13, Alleman 9, Taylorville 8, Johnsburg 7, Wheaton Academy 5, Breese Central 5, Quincy Notre Dame 4, Plano 4, Pontiac 3, Richmond-Burton 1, Mt. Zion 1.

Class 3A School W-L Pts Prv 1. Newman (9) (4-0) 141 1 2. Wilmington (4) (4-0) 138 2 3. St. Joseph-Ogden (2) (4-0) 123 4 4. Monticello (4-0) 98 6 5. Bloomington C.C. (3-1) 81 7 6. North-Mac (4-0) 65 8 7. Bishop McNamara (3-1) 63 3 8. Tolono Unity (3-1) 38 5 9. Erie-Prophetstown (3-1) 30 10 10. Newton (4-0) 23 — Others receiving votes: Princeton 7, Marshall 7, Byron 4, Aurora Christian 3, Paxton-Buckley-Loda 2, Pleasant Plains 2,

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Noah Junis has three catches for 20 yards this season as the Rockets’ tight end. He spends the bulk of his time blocking. group,” Scott said. “It can’t be just one person exploding off the ball – the whole line needs to go.”

Noah Junis lines up at tight end, and has three catches for 20 yards. He spends the bulk of his time blocking, and realizes the players up front simply have to up their games if they are to be successful.

A better ground game will provide two benefits. The Rockets can hopefully put more points on the board than the five per game they are currently scoring, and give a break to a defense that is giving up 42.5 a game.

“We’ve got to stay on our blocks – initial impact, and then drive them off,” Junis said.

“Keep driving through the whistle, because we’ve had trouble getting through our blocks.

We’ve drilled on that all week, and we’re getting there. We’ll be better this week.”

Winnebago (1-3, 0-2) is coming off a 49-6 loss to the beast of the conference, Rockford Lutheran, but has been competitive otherwise.

It has home losses to undefeated St. JosephOgden in Week 1 (3620) and 2-2 Stillman Valley (34-12) in Week 3, sandwiched around

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Class 6A School W-L Pts Prv 1. Sacred Heart-Griffin (12) (4-0) 129 1 2. Montini (1) (4-0) 118 2 3. Cary-Grove (4-0) 104 3 4. Lincoln Way North (4-0) 83 7 5. Prairie Ridge (3-1) 74 6 6. Oak Lawn Richards (2-2) 42 8 7. Lemont (3-1) 37 T9 8. Belvidere North (3-1) 28 5 9. Providence (1-3) 26 T9 10. Crete-Monee (3-1) 11 — T10. Oak Forest (4-0) 11 — Others receiving votes: Ottawa 10, Hinsdale South 10, Rock Island 8, Riverside-Brookfield 6, Lake Forest 6, Harvey Thornton 6, Chatham Glenwood 5, Normal West 1.

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School W-L Pts Prv 1. Glenbard West (7) (4-0) 124 1 2. Chi. Mt. Carmel (6) (4-0) 123 2 3. Libertyville (4-0) 101 3 4. East St. Louis (3-1) 81 4 5. Normal Community (4-0) 70 5 6. Lincoln-Way East (3-1) 59 T6 7. Batavia (4-0) 54 T6 8. Simeon (2-2) 31 8 9. Geneva (4-0) 28 10 10. Harlem (4-0) 15 9 Others receiving votes: BradleyBourbonnais 8, Lincoln-Way Central 5, Hononegah 4, Rockford Auburn 4, Glenbard North 4, Jacobs 2, St. Charles North 2.

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Leading the way for the Indians is junior quarterback Jess Smith, who has completed 28 of 57 passes for 326 yards and one touchdown. His top target is junior fullback Jace Warkenstein, with 11 catches for 137 yards.

The top rushing threat is junior halfback Austin Leitzinger, with 52 carries for 184 yards and three touchdowns.

Class 2A School W-L Pts Prv 1. Tuscola (14) (4-0) 148 1 2. Tri-Valley (1) (4-0) 134 3 3. Maroa-Forsyth (4-0) 121 4 4. Orion (4-0) 90 6 5. Nashville (4-0) 81 5 6. Hall (3-1) 58 2 7. Rockridge (2-2) 56 7 8. Chester (4-0) 47 8 9. Pana (4-0) 30 T10 10. Fieldcrest (3-1) 25 9 Others receiving votes: IC Catholic 7, Athens 7, Sparta 7, Johnston City 5, Gibson City-Melvin-Sibley 3, Monmouth United 3, Rushville-Industry 2, Sangamon Valley 1.

Class 1A School W-L Pts Prv 1. Lena-Winslow (13) (4-0) 139 1 2. Dakota (1) (4-0) 123 2 3. Stark County (4-0) 95 4 T3. Arcola (4-0) 95 3 5. Polo (4-0) 87 6 6. Brown County (4-0) 57 7 7. Ann. Wethersfield (3-1) 45 5 8. Forreston (3-1) 42 9 9. Galena (2-2) 31 8 10. Ottawa Marquette (4-0) 25 — Others receiving votes: Carrollton 11, Hope 5, Stockton 5, Villa Grove 4, Princeville 3, Decatur St. Teresa 2, Winchester West Central 1.

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DIXON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Dear Sauk Valley Readers, I am always excited about the beginning of each school year, but this year is even more special. I officially transitioned to Superintendent on July 1st, and welcomed my new Assistant Superintendent, Mr. Dan Rick. Our mutual excitement and focus on growing Dixon Public Schools is evident each day in our planning and discussions. We both feel honored, humbled, and blessed to be leading such an outstanding school district.

We are excited to announce two new administrators in our district. Mrs. Crystal Thorpe is the Principal of Jefferson School, and Mr. Doug Stansford is the Assistant Principal at Dixon High School.

Both individuals come to us with administrative experience, and promise to be positive additions to our school and community.

This summer has seen maintenance and improvements throughout all our buildings. Classroom cleaning and painting, locker painting at Washington and Jefferson, a new roof and lighting at Washington, gymnasium painting at Madison, and landscaping for beautiful schools are just a few of the improvements that will greet families upon your return in August.

Numerous teachers attended our second Summer Learning Symposium in June. The Summer Learning Symposium offers teachers, administrators, paraprofessionals, and support staff, workshops on curriculum and programs offered throughout the District. We support and encourage our staff members in continuing educational learning opportunities.

We are thankful for our community partners, KSB and Lee County Health Department, for their physical and immunization assistance during registration this year.

This was the trial year for this program, and both entities are committed to supporting the students and families of Dixon again by offering physicals and immunizations for the 2016-2017 school year. Information will be out in spring regarding this wonderful program!

The mission statement for Dixon Public Schools states that we will provide “educational programs that produce well-educated, self-sufficient, and involved citizens.”

We take this mission to heart, and are always analyzing and evaluating our curriculum and assessments to ensure a top-notch education for all students. We employ outstanding individuals to help make this a reality. We applaud our parents and guardians for working with us to achieve our goals. There are great things happening throughout Dixon Public Schools, and I look forward to growing our district each and every year.

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DIXON HIGH SCHOOL #170 Ninth through Twelfth Grade Dr. Mike Grady, Principal 300 Lincoln Statue Drive, Dixon 815-284-7723 • www.dixonschools.org Dixon High School welcomes three new staff members for the 2015/16 school year; John Tate, Charlie Bishop, and Doug Stansford. Mr. Tate has 5 years of experience teaching Spanish I, II, III, and IV at Sterling Newman and will be teaching Spanish I at DHS. Mr. Bishop has 8 years of special education experience at Sterling High School and will co-teach math, world history, and English at DHS. Mr. Stansford has 20 years of teaching and administrative experience at Byron High School. He will be the new assistant principal at Dixon High School. We are extremely pleased to have hired three quality individuals who have strengthened our educational staff.

The 2015-16 school year at Dixon Public Schools starts off with several fundraising efforts to help fund the Dixon High School and Reagan Middle School athletics and activities programs. Our goal is to raise $80,000. Coaches, sponsors, students, parents, staff, DHS Booster Club, and local community businesses have all contributed to these efforts so we may continue to provide a comprehension extracurricular program at both DHS and RMS. In June, we kicked off our efforts by partnering with Dixon Mainstreet and Riverfront to host the 1st Annual “Rockin’ on the Rock.” This event featured local bands who volunteered their time to play at the all day festival, hosting of a Bags Tournament, and conducting a 50/50 Raffle. We were able to raise $10,472 from our inaugural event!

In August, we really get things rolling by conducting two major events: our Saver Card Blitz and Dixon Draw Down/Auction. We sell $10 Saver Cards to the community in a Blitz format on a Saturday morning, to try and hit as many homes as possible to sell our 1800 cards. This year we feature 22 businesses on the card, which can be utilized for the entire year, including repeat visits! So far, we have raised $13,500! We still have a few cards available at DHS for those who still need a card! The Dixon Draw Down/Auction was held at the Dixon VFW, where we raised $11,360 from ticket sales and our Silent/Live Auction!

We have two additional fundraising efforts which are still ongoing if anyone is interested!

1. Each season we publish a sports program in which businesses can contribute ads in support of DHS athletics and activities. Our fall program advertisers raised $6,535, and we are hoping to continue to add additional advertisers for the winter and spring editions. Please contact Karen Price at 815-2847723 or kprice@dps170.org if you are interested in advertising in our sport programs.

2. We also have an opportunity to become a Corporate Sponsor, which allows different levels of sponsorship in support of our programs. Please contact Dianne Frye at 815-284-7722 or dfrye@dps170.org if you would like to become a Corporate Sponsor.

“We’re movin’ in,” is what young adults heard their first day in the Productive Living Class at Dixon High School. Four students ages 19-20 years old are excited for this coming school year. This new program was constructed over the spring and summer. The program is housed at Dixon High School. It is an apartment living area that helps to give students real life experience in a setting outside of school and home.

Students are instructed on how to independently, clean and organize their home, prepare and plan a meal and budget for groceries. We are trying to be as involved in the community as possible and have obtained memberships at the YMCA to practice a healthy lifestyle well into adulthood. Individuals also learn how to schedule the LOTS bus for transportation within the surrounding communities.

This program was set up to service students who were done with taking classes but needed more instruction on independent living skills and job skills to become a productive part of the community. By establishing a program for these individuals they are able to gain skills to help them become more independent and

successful after they leave the program.

As part of the program, we would like to provide the students with work experience from the community.

This does not necessarily need to be a paid position, but could be turned into a paid position in the future.

We encourage any business in need of a little help throughout the week between 8am-2pm to let us know.

These four individuals are eager to get out into the community and start building a resume with practical job skills they can use for a future job.

Kristin Laird klaird@dps170.org The following 14 students earned AP Scholar honors by earning a score of 3 or higher on three or more AP Exams: Devin Attig, Maggie Bushman, Zoey Colglazier, Shana Drengenberg, Jacqueline Fazekas, Michael Gale, Chase Glenn, Evan Grady, Samuel James, Shannon Lahey, Keenan Longan, Erika Smith, Nayyab Sohail, and Evan Ward. Earning the title of AP Scholar with Honor, 3.25 average or 3 or higher on 4 or more AP Exams, was Alex Helander. Finally, Jacob Harrison and Taz Kuster earned AP Scholar with Distinction by earning a 3.5 average on all AP Exams or scoring 3 or higher on 5 AP Exams.

REAGAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Sixth through Eigth Grade Andrew Bullock, Principal 620 Division Street, Dixon, IL • 815-284-7725

Reagan Middle School Physical Education

The focus of our program is to prepare and motivate all students to engage in activities, which promote health and physical well-being. What our class looks like: At the beginning of class the student leaders will take attendance and lead the class through four stretches of their choice. Student leaders have volunteered to take on this role and new student leaders are chosen each quarter. Our first unit of the quarter is the Presidential Fitness Challenge. Students have been hard at work performing their fitness tests. These tests include curl ups, push-ups, shuttle run, sit and reach, and the mile run. They will take these fitness tests again in the winter and spring to track their progress from the beginning to the end of the school year. Our next units in first quarter include soccer, football, and archery. Classes will participate in that sport for two weeks, then switch.

We look forward to an active and fun year at Reagan Middle School!

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REAGAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Sixth through Eigth Grade Andrew Bullock, Principal 620 Division Street, Dixon, IL • 815-284-7725

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Student Council has already chosen days for Spirit Week (September 21-25) to coincide with Homecoming Week at DHS.!

Monday - Nerd Day - Tuesday - Twin Day Wednesday - Color Wars - Thursday - Sports Day Friday - Spirit Day

The RMS cross-country team is ready for another winning year! They began their season with time trials at Lowell Park. The runners competed against each other to establish a baseline race time and to build race confidence for 2015. Once the runners crossed the finish line, family and friends joined the team for a potluck dinner and friendly conversation.

6th grade Social Studies students are studying The Global Grid to start off the school year. Mrs. Pace (shown above) as well as Mrs. Kitzman, are doing an activity where they are cutting up a watermelon to demonstrate the hemispheres of the globe as well as lines of latitude and longitude. Once the demonstration is finished, students are treated with slices of watermelon as a delicious snack.

MADISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fourth and Fifth Grade Joey Sagel, Principal 618 Division Street, Dixon, IL • 815-284-1126

4th grade is Off the Map!

Mrs. Partington’s 4th grade class has been “Off the Map,” as they are doing a variety of group map skills simulations this month. The students’ end goal is to rescue an expedition group that has been lost without a GPS on a continent. After a series of lessons taught by Mrs. Partington, such as using cardinal directions and finding locations on a map grid, students will utilize the map skills they have learned. They will get to rescue the expedition group by designing a helicopter at the end of the simulation to get the group back to safety.

My name is Miss O’Keefe and I am a new 4th grade teacher at Madison School! This is my fourth year teaching. The past three years, I taught 4th grade in Polo and coached middle school cheerleading. I grew up in the suburbs of Chicago and moved out this way to begin my teaching career! I graduated in 2012 from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with a degree in Elementary Education with a mathematics focus. I am currently attending Northern Illinois University working towards my Master’s degree in Literacy Education to have my Reading Specialist license. I absolutely LOVE fourth grade! There is so much learning that takes place! My favorite subjects to teach are math and science, but reading is one of my favorite hobbies! In my free time, I am usually reading a book, grading papers, watching television shows, or playing with my 2 ½ year old therapy dog! I am so excited to be part of such a wonderful school and team!

Hello! My name is Samantha Quanstrom. I am a first year teacher at Madison Elementary School. Although I am not a Dixon native, as I grew up in Princeton, I am very excited to be given the opportunity to teach at Dixon Public Schools. I am married to my high school sweetheart and we previously lived in Anchorage, Alaska due to my husband’s military service. Following our time in Alaska, we moved to Tennessee where I began pursuing my lifelong goal of becoming an elementary teacher. I recently graduated Summa Cum Laude from Murray State University in Kentucky with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education. In my spare time, I love to golf, read, cook, scrapbook, and spend time with family and friends. I am beyond excited about the caliber of colleagues that I am given the opportunity to teach with and am looking forward to an outstanding year at Madison!

JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Second and Third Grade Daniel Rick, Principal 800 Fourth Avneue, Dixon, IL • 815-284-7724

Jefferson Elementary welcomes a new teacher!

By: Leah Saunders, 2nd grade Jefferson Elementary My name is Leah Saunders and I am a 2nd grade teacher at Jefferson School. I graduated from Amboy High School in 2009, and went to Sauk Valley Community College on an Academic Scholarship. I also played basketball there for 2 years. I transferred to Olivet Nazarene University and dedicated my time to becoming the best student and teacher that I could be, while continuing to make lifelong friends and memories.

After graduating I spent 2 years Student Teaching and Subbing, while also working at Family Video. In my spare time I love to listen to and make music, play sports and stay active, and just relax with friends and family. Usually relaxing consists of watching a movie or reading a good book, but for now I’ll settle for taking bubble baths and grading papers! I cannot wait to see how much I will learn and improve this year, and I am looking forward to seeing where this year takes me!

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Students are practicing giving directions from one location to another on a map. The task will be complete when the students have included correct street names and cardinal directions in their explanations.

Battle of the Books!

is coming to Jefferson Elementary in 2015-16. On Tuesday, October 27th students and families are encouraged to turn off the TV and read that evening.

5 minutes, 15 minutes, or 50 minutes, students who return the postcard filled out and signed by an adult will get to choose a book of choice off Mrs. Thorpe’s cart.

These nights will be continued the last Tuesday of the month various times throughout the year. It is our hope to encourage students to develop the love of reading, choosing books they enjoy, and make the choice to read with a family member or adult each month.

This past spring Madison School celebrated its love of reading with its first ever Battle of the Books. Battle of the Books is a team competition where students answer questions based on a list of books they have read as team.

Battles are held all across the United States as students compete in different DIXON FAMILY YMCA school competitions.

Students were motivated to read and study right up to the very end of school 110 N. Galena Avenue as the top teams from Dixon, IL 61021 our evening competition 815 288 9622 www.dixonymca.org May 20th competed to be crowned the first ever Battle of the Books champion at an all school assembly May 26th.

Congratulations to our 4th grade champions, the Red Reading Dragons, Jacob Nag, Jacksen Ortgiesen, Emma Jones, Esther Whitcombe, Olivia Gingras, and Leah Kuehl (not pictured) and our 1245 N GALENA AVE, DIXON, IL 5th grade champions the Librarian Lords, Elise O’Donnell, Zechariah Fazekas, Lieth Elbzour, Mariam Sohail, and Alex 24 HOUR - 7 DAYS A WEEK Georgiev.

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The first-grade classes are excited to be involved in the Children’s Choice Book Award contest this year. Children’s book publishers provided our firstgrade classrooms with brand-new books to read to the students so that the kids can vote on how much they like the books. The votes are tabulated and the winners of the most popular new children’s books will be announced next year. There are over 12,000 children voting on these books across the country and our Washington students are delighted to be part of this group! For more information about this program go to: www.cbcbooks.org Mrs. Lisa Ellingsen received a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from Western Illinois University and is currently teaching first grade at Washington Elementary.

Mrs. Ellingsen previously served as a Title I Reading Aide and brings a wealth of experience within the field of reading. A strong advocate of handson learning, she has students engaged in activities that utilize technology and manipulatives in everyday lessons. Lisa spends her free time reading, as well as, spending time with family and friends.

Ms. Katie Siedschlag received a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education from Roosevelt University and is teaching pre-kindergarten at Washington Elementary. She is currently taking courses at Northern Illinois University in order to receive her English as a Second Language endorsement. Ms. Siedschlag is an experienced early childhood educator that taught prekindergarten and kindergarten for three years in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. A strong advocate of playbased learning, she involves her students in activities that are based on the student’s current interests.

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When: 7:15 Friday Where: Roscoe Eades Stadium, 1608 Fourth Ave. Radio: 94.3 FM AP rank: Sterling rec. votes 5A NIB-12 West: LP 0-1, Sterling 0-0 Last week: Geneseo 54, LP 0; Morris 38, Sterling 21 Last meeting: 2014, Sterling 32-0 Series streak: Sterling 8 Fast facts: At 155 points, LP has allowed the most points of any team in the NIB-12 West. … The Cavaliers scored half of their 80 season points in 44-34 win over Bloomington in Week 3.

SVM pick: Sterling 6-0

When: 7 Friday Where: A.C. Bowers Field, 300 Lincoln Statue Dr. Radio: 1460 AM AP rank: None BNC West: Mendota 0-2, Dixon 1-1 Last week: Stillman Valley 39, Mendota 7; Dixon 28, Oregon 27 Last meeting: 2014, Mendota 44-23 Series streak: Mendota 4 Fast facts: Dixon leads all-time series 20-10-4, but has not beaten Trojans since 1992 season. … Mendota allowed 35 points in first quarter of loss to Byron in Week 3.

SVM pick: Dixon 6-0

When: 7 Friday Where: 3411 N. Alpine Rd., Rockford Radio: 95.7 FM AP rank: Lutheran No. 3 4A BNC West: Oregon 1-1; Lutheran 2-0 Last week: Dixon 28, Oregon 27; Lutheran 49, Winnebago 8 Last meeting: 2014, Lutheran 42-14 Series streak: Lutheran 3 Fast facts: Lutheran averaging 46 points in last 3 meetings with Hawks. … Lutheran’s James Robinson has rushed for 1,261 yards on 50 carries for an average of 25.2 yards. He has also scored 23 TDs. SVM pick: Lutheran 6-0

When: 7 Friday Where: Hinders Field, 500 15th Ave. Radio: 1240 AM AP rank: None BNC West: Winnebago 0-2, Rock Falls 0-2 Last week: Lutheran 49, Winnebago 6; Byron 51, Rock Falls 0 Last meeting: 2014, Winnebago 44-20 Series streak: Winnebago 5 Fast facts: Rock Falls’ losing streak is at 20 games. … Rock Falls has not led in a game since going up 8-0 on Dixon in Week 8 last season. The Rockets lost 48-8.

SVM pick: Split 3-3

When: 7:30 Friday Where: 9154 County Rd., Manlius Radio: 101.7 FM, 98.1 FM AP rank: None TRAC Rock: Amboy 1-0, BV 0-2 Last week: Erie-P’town 32, Amboy 7; Orion 57, BV 12 Last meeting: 2014, BV 46-12 Series streak: BV 2 Fast facts: BV’s Will Konneck has the most rushing yards in the area (341) without scoring a rushing TD. EPC’s Keegan Schubert is only back with more carries (65) without a TD. SVM pick: Amboy 4-2

When: 4 Saturday Where: Roscoe Eades Stadium, 1608 Fourth Ave. Radio: 102.7 FM AP rank: EP No. 9 3A; Newman No. 1 3A TRAC Mississippi: Newman 1-0, EP 1-0 Last week: EP 32, Amboy 7; Newman 38, Kewanee 29 Last meeting: 2014, Newman 46-15 Series streak: Newman 12 Fast facts: Panthers have beaten Comets twice (2001, ’03) since forming a co-op. … Newman has won 21 straight regular season games dating to Week 1 of 2013 season.

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When: 7:30 Friday Where: 103 S. Euclid Ave., Princeton Radio: 1390 AM AP rank: Princeton rec. votes 3A TRAC: Fulton 1-1 (Rock), Princeton 2-0 (Mississippi) Last week: Fulton 53, Riverdale 7; Princeton 14, Hall 7 Last meeting: 2014, Fulton 40-21 Series streak: Fulton 2 Fast facts: Princeton has not reached five wins in a season since 2003. …

It is also the first 4-0 start for Tigers since 2002.

SVM pick: Princeton 5-1

When: 7:30 Friday Where: 9622 256th St. North, Port Byron TRAC Rock: Morrison 0-1, Riverdale 0-2 Last week: Rockridge 27, Morrison 14; Fulton 53, Riverdale 7 Last meeting: 2014, Morrison 21-7 Series streak: Morrison 1 Fast facts: Morrison’s lone win in 2014 came against Riverdale in Week 9. … Riverdale has scored a TRAC Rock-low 35 points through four games, while allowing 166 points.

SVM pick: Morrison 6-0

When: 7 Friday Where: 200 W. South St., Durand Radio: None NUIC Upstate: AFC 1-2, Durand 1-3 Last week: Aquin 20, AFC 14; Stockton 48, Durand 7 Last meeting: 2012, AFC 44-26 Series streak: AFC 1 Fast facts: AFC and Durand have split last 22 meetings between programs. … Durand has scored just 27 points this season, while allowing 129.

SVM pick: AFC 6-0

When: 7:30 Friday Where: 1206 North Franklin Street, Galena AP rank: Galena No. 9 1A NUIC Northwest: EPC 0-3, Galena 2-2 Last week: Polo 45, EPC 0; Lena-Winslow 14, Galena 6 Last meeting: 2014, EPC 20-0 Series streak: EPC 6 Fast facts: EPC has not started 0-4 since 2005, and has not started 0-5 in the last 20 seasons. … Galena has lost two games by a combined total of 11 points.

SVM pick: Galena 6-0

When: 7 Friday Where: 414 IL Route 84 South, Hanover Radio: 100.3 FM NUIC Upstate: M’ville 3-1, River Ridge 0-3 Last week: M’ville 46, Orangeville 6; Warren 52, River Ridge 6 Last meeting: 2014, M’ville 55-6 Series streak: M’ville 1 Fast facts: River Ridge’s Marcelo Diaz has rushed for 301 yards & 3 TDs. …

46 points scored by Missiles last week were most scored by team since beating River Ridge last year.

SVM pick: M’ville 6-0

When: 7:30 Friday Where: 100 S.Union Ave., Polo AP rank: Polo No. 5 1A NUIC Upstate: Warren 3-1, Polo 3-0 Last week: Warren 52, River Ridge 6; Polo 45, Eastland-P.C. 0 Last meeting: 2014, Polo 40-0 Series streak: Polo 1 Fast facts: Warren’s Payton Calow has thrown for 326 yards while completing 56 percent of his passes. … Polo has outscored opponents 204-8 this season.

SVM pick: Polo 6-0

Status of Cavaliers’ quarterback unknown 3-1

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West Carroll at Forreston When: 7:30 Friday Where: 600 E. Main St., Forreston Radio: None AP rank: Forreston No. 8 1A NUIC Northwest: WC 3-1, Forreston 2-1 Last week: WC 34, Pecatonica 6; Forreston 50, South Beloit 0 Last meeting: Forreston 66-0 Series streak: Forreston 5 Fast facts: Forreston’s Matt Atkins has rushed for 291 yards and 3 touchdowns on 66 carries, while Logan Rogers has rushed for 221 yards on 31 carries.

SVM pick: Forreston 4-2

FUNDAMENTALS CONTINUED FROM B1

Schlemmer had to have his guys off the field at 5:15 so that it could give way to powder puff players as part of the Sterling homecoming festivities.

It was one of the few times where the week of celebration has had much effect on a Warriors’ practice.

“We tell the players that we need their attention for 2 hours a day,” Schlemmer said. “The rest of the time they can have fun with all the stuff that is going on. We want them to, because I think it’s an important part of the high school experience.”

The focus during practice is on fundamentals after the Warriors (3-1)

“I think it was the mental side of the game against Morris,” Sterling’s Jordan Asbury said.

“We didn’t come out in the first quarter mentally ready to play, and it showed.”

Jordan Sterling The Warriors turned Asbury Thornton to the passing game to Sterling Sterling senior senior play catchup against the Redskins, and in the loss, suffered their first loss of honed new offensive the season on Saturday to weapons.

Morris.

Sterling entered the seaSterling didn’t get out son expecting to throw of the gate strong against the ball more, and its the Redskins, and the production in the passing basics of the game cost game has increased each them in a NIB-12 crossweek behind QB Sterling over game.

Thornton.

“We found out that if Asbury is his favorite you don’t block and you don’t tackle, then you are target, with 18 catches going to have a hard time and 254 yards.

“We know we can pass keeping up with good the ball,” Asbury said. “I teams,” Schlemmer said.

“The effort has been good think we found some new all year, but we have to targets on Saturday, and execute the basics better.” that’ll help us throughout

the season.”

Sterling will get its chance to get back on track this week, as it hosts LaSalle-Peru on Friday.

The Cavaliers (2-2) are coming off a 54-0 beating by Geneseo that saw quarterback Kennedy Carey get injured on a sack during the second series of the game.

Carey, a 5-11, 180pound junior, is a difference maker. A week before, he completed 24 of 27 attempts for 338 yards and four touchdowns in a win over Bloomington. Carey has passed for 702 yards and seven touchdowns.

His status is unknown going into this week. Jake Doyle, who started for LaSalle-Peru last season, filled in against Geneseo and completed 3 of 4 passes.

“They run a lot of the same stuff that we do on both sides of the ball,” Asbury said. “So it’s been kind of a cool week where we’re getting work against the things we’re going to see even when we are running our own stuff.”

The Cavaliers’ biggest receiving threat is Max Aranich, who has 26 receptions and 405 yards.

Ethan Waters leads the team with 105 rushing yards after missing Weeks 2 and 3 to injury.

“The quarterback is dangerous,” Schlemmer said. “We don’t know if he’s going to play, but we are preparing for him. They like throwing the quick passes to the outside, and they have guys that can make big plays when they are in space.”

Dukes looking to knock off Mendota for first time since 1992 DEMONS

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With this being homecoming week, the Dukes are eager to show their home fans that the lopsided loss was nothing more than an anomaly.

“I think we’re really looking for redemption now at home,” senior Kyle LeBlanc said, “seeing as how we got beat as badly as we did the first game in front of our fans.

This week, we’re trying to come out and win this game and show our fans what we’ve got.”

The Dukes also want to get a bit of revenge against the Trojans (0-4,

0-2), who handed Dixon one of its two regularseason losses last season.

The Dukes haven’t beaten Mendota since 1992, although the series hasn’t been annual; the Trojans won last season, and then took three in a row from 2006-08.

Dixon won 20-18 in 1992, but lost in 1991, in the resumption of a somewhat regular series in the 1920s, ’30s and ’40s. The Dukes won the final game of that grouping 13-6 back in 1949.

“This is definitely a big game for us, because of what they did to us last year,” LeBlanc said.

“Their student section, after the game, they ran

through our whole team when they stormed the field, and that was probably the most embarrassing thing that’s happened to me in my entire life.

“So we’re really excited to play this game, and get out there and get after them.”

Dixon is dedicating this week’s game to Bud Melvin and Lloyd Swanson, former Dixon coaches who have died recently.

The Dukes will have “Bud” stickers on their helmets the rest of the season to honor Melvin, who coached and served as a mentor to current head coach Dave Smith.

The Trojans will come in feisty, as they have their backs against the wall

already. One more loss and they’re officially out of the playoffs, and Smith knows Dixon will get Mendota’s best shot.

Mendota’s opponents have a combined record of 11-5, including losses to 4-0 Johnsburg and 3-1 Byron. The Trojans have also faced Stillman Valley and Genoa-Kingston, two solid Big Northern programs.

“Mendota is a good team; they’ve played four really good teams, and have gotten through some of the tougher part of the conference already,” Smith said. “They’ve got four losses, and they can’t have another one, so we know they’re going to be

real tough.

“Mendota is tough, they’re physical, and they’re well-coached.

They’ve got a running threat, they can throw the ball, and defensively, they’ve competed well against everyone. They’ve had some bad breaks go here and there for them, and I’ve been there before. It’s going to be a good ballgame on Friday night.”

While the Trojans will look to mix in some power run and some spread attack, the Dukes will rely on their own wide-open spread offense to put up some points and give the defense some leeway.

The offense struggled at times in last week’s 28-27 win over Oregon, but the final three offensive series produced two touchdowns and a victory formation to run out the clock. That momentum could prove key for a fast start this week.

“Offensively, we were really out of sync last week,” Smith said.” We had two good series, and they produced points for us – but there were other times when we got punched in the mouth

by Oregon. We’ve got to worry about what we’re doing offensively, defensively and on special teams. We’ve got to get back to what we do.”

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DIXON NEW TODAY Duplex for Sale $675 monthly income, fully rented, good cond., asking $34,000 Please call 815-973-6429

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1 cemetery lot located at Chapel Hill Memorial in Dixon. Section K. Lot 17 Grave 1.

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Nice, clean 2BR with Storage/Laundry Rm, stove/ref.; A/C. $550 Mo + Dep.; 603 S. Hennepin. No smoking or pets. 815-4403040 between 9am-8pm. Seeking reliable, long term tenants. Good references required.

2 Cemetery Lots, Fairmont Cemetery, Polo. $500 each. Call Laverne 863-623-8604

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4 Cemetery plots, Chapel Hill Memorial Park, Dixon. $700 each or $2500 all 4. Call 815-379-3053 for details.

1 BR $375 Hampton Apts.

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2BR very clean, quiet. Garage & laundry. No smoking or pets. $525 + dep. 815-652-3365

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, ILLINOIS LEE COUNTY, IN PROBATE

IN THE ESTATE OF: JACK A. CARPENTER Deceased NO. 2015 P 56 NOTICE OF CLAIM

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF DEAN W. SHIPPERT, Deceased.

No. 2015 P 52 CLAIM NOTICE

Notice is given of the death of Jack A. Carpenter who died on June 5, 2015.

Letters of Office were issued on September 4, 2015 to Chad A. Carpenter as Independent Co-Executor whose address is 1402 Tearose Lane, Bloomington, IL 61704 and Troy E. Carpenter as Independent Co-Executor, whose address 12789 Erie Place, Fishers, IN 46037, and whose attorney is Kelly Flessner of Dixon & Giesen Law Offices, 121 East First Street, Dixon, Illinois 61021.

The estate will be administered without court supervision unless under Chapter 755 ILCS 5/28-4 of the probate act, any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the Circuit Clerk of the Lee County Court.

Notice is given to creditors of the death of Dean W. Shippert of 422 N. Lincoln Avenue, Dixon, IL 61021. Letters of office were issued to Thomas J. Shippert, 1901 Sunnydale Road, Dixon, IL 61021 as Independent Executor, whose attorney of record is David W. Badger of Ehrmann Gehlbach Badger Lee & Considine, LLC, 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.

By: Thomas J. Shippert Executor David W. Badger Ehrmann Gehlbach Badger Lee & Considine, LLC 215 E. First Street P.O. Box 447 Dixon, IL 61021 (815) 288-4949 (815) 288-3068 FAX badger@egblc.com Sept. 17, 24, Oct. 1, 2015

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Clerk, or with the representative, or both within six months from the date of the first publication, no later than March 23, 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 days after it has been filed.

Kelly Flessner Attorney for Co-Executors Prepared by: Ms. Kelly L. Flessner Dixon & Giesen Law Offices 121 East First Street – P.O. Box 389 Dixon, Illinois 61021 Telephone: 815-284-2288 Fax: 815-284-1338 Sept. 24, Oct. 1, 8, 2015 CITY OF AMBOY NOTICE OF INTENT TO DEMOLISH Re: Property located at 622 E. Main, Amboy, Illinois 61310 Pin No. 02-15-14-355-008

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Available Oct. 1st. 815-9946022

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT LEE COUNTY, ILLINOIS

Legal Description: All of Lot Four (4) and a portion of land One (1) Rod wide off the entire West side of Lot Three (3) all in Thompson's Addition to the City of Amboy, according to the Original Plat of said Addition of Record in the Recorder's Office of Lee County, Illinois.

Owner: Paul J. Lindstrom & Carol J. Lindstrom, Trustees under the provisions of a Trust Agreement dated December 5, 2005, known as Trust No. 101, dated December 5, 2005, and recorded December 12, 2005 in Book 0512 at Page 1277 as Document No. 2005008813 PLEASE BE ADVISED that the above structures have been determined by the City of Amboy Building Official to be open and vacant and to constitute an immediate and continuing hazard to the City of Amboy. The City of Amboy intends to demolish the structures and to remove any garbage, debris, or other hazardous, noxious or unhealthy substances or materials, if the owner or owners or lien holders of record fail to do so, as prescribed under 65 ILCS 5/1131-1(e).

NOTICE OF SALE Notice is hereby given that the Dixon Community Unit School District No. 170, Lee and Ogle Counties, Illinois, will sell by sealed bid the property commonly known as 520 Nachusa Avenue, Dixon, IL 61021(Lee County Parcel 08-05-328006) legally described as: Lot Five (5) in Block Ten (10) in Dement's Addition to the Town (now City) of Dixon, all situated in the County of Lee and State of Illinois.

The sale shall be by sealed bid with no minimum bid. The bids must be accompanied by a cashier's check for ten percent (10%) of the amount of the bid. Sealed bids need to be received at Dixon Community Unit School District No. 170, 1335 Franklin Grove Road, Dixon, IL 61021 by 2:00 P.M., Friday, October 9, 2015. The Board of Education reserves the right to reject all bids.

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For a confidential interview call Bob Gardner at 815-757-0401 or sent resume to kunesservice@kunescountry.com

Duties include tasks such as set up, operation, change over, troubleshooting and documentation of equipment and machines.

Donaldson Company, Inc. provides starting wage of $16.27 plus shift premium and a comprehensive benefits package.

The successful candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent, experience in operating manufacturing equipment, be able to lift 35 lbs. and successfully complete: • drug and background screen • factory work physical fitness test • written production screening test All applications must be filled out at the plant during the hours noted. EOE/AA

Sauk Valley Media, has an outstanding opportunity for a full-time Multi-Media Advertising Account Executive. Based in Sterling, Sauk Valley Media is publisher of six weekly and two daily newspapers that serve Lee, Whiteside, Ogle, and Carroll counties.

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This exciting role calls for an individual who enjoys working with local businesses to assess needs and present a solution-based product mix including print, digital, social, video, and mobile platforms.

The ideal candidate will be goal-oriented consultative sales professional, with a positive mental attitude and strong communication skills. Must work well under pressure in a deadline driven environment and be a strong closer. Sales experience preferred, but will train the right candidate. Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license, dependable transportation and proof of insurance.

Sauk Valley Media offers a comprehensive benefit package and a competitive compensation plan.

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5 to 10 people needed to start immediately, full time positions. No exp. nec. Oppt'y for advancement.

Potential Earnings of $500/wk Doing open interviews Call Mark 563-424-4479 to reserve a spot!

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CDL DRIVER NEEDED Rock River Cartage is a family owned flatbed carrier. $55,000$60,000 a year.

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800-892-9587 Full Time Church Musician Piano, Organ, Clavinova Sundays and possibly one evening for choir practice.

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Trinity Lutheran Church Milledgeville 815-225-7410

NEW TODAY Truck Driver needed for fall harvest and possibly beyond. Call 815734-6236.

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Full Time Inside Sales Person Familiar with cabinets, counter tops, plumbing supplies, etc.

Send resume to: Freighthouse Kitchen & Bath Store 925 Depot Ave., Dixon IL 61021

Immediate opening at ABRA Autobody & Glass for an experienced auto body and paint combo Tech.

Please contact Ron at 815-6252272 or stop in at 1818 North Locust St., Sterling

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Full-Time Police Officer The Village of Walnut Police Department is accepting applications for the position of FullTime Police Officer.

Minimum qualifications: Must be at least 21 years of age, a U.S. citizen, and successful completion of high school diploma or equivalent. Applicant must also be currently enrolled, and attending a twoyear college seeking an Associate's Degree in Law Enforcement, with a minimum of 15 certifiable credit hours in Law Enforcement. Preferred qualifications: Current valid State of Illinois Law Enforcement Officer Certification.

Applications are available at the Walnut Village Office, 114 Jackson St., IL Walnut, 61376, M-F 8am - 4pm. Completed applications will be accepted until end of business day October 16, 2015. The Village of Walnut is an EOE employer.

Full-Time Shop Position: Witmer Precision Services is looking to fill a Full-Time Shop Position. Duties would include installation of Precision Planting Equipment, Vehicle Maintenance, Field Work and more.

Pay Competitive with a company that is growing quickly.

Apply at: 4098 W. Midtown Rd., Mt. Morris, IL or call 815-734-6236.

NEW TODAY Wanted P.T. Dietary Aide Apply at: Heritage Square 620 N. Ottawa Dixon, IL EOE NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

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Sauk Valley Media, a respected and dominant media company located in Sterling, IL, has an opening in our Advertising Department. This entry level position would be responsible for selling advertising in a variety of print and online products, including but not limited to newspapers, magazines, websites, direct mail pieces and much more.

Sure, some sales experience is desired, but we look for a person with personality, drive and ambition more than just past sales experience. We are always willing to train a person who shows the desire to grow and learn from our other seasoned veterans in this business. And best of all, we are a fun bunch of people to work with, we work hard but we like to have fun along the way.

If you are looking for change of career or are new to the workforce and want to join an established but growing company, then we'd like to talk with you. Base pay along with a liberal commission program makes this an excellent opportunity to make money.

A liberal Shaw Media benefits package is included.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to: Jennifer Heintzelman at JHeintzelman@saukvalley.com - OR P.O. Box 498 3200 E. Lincolnway Sterling, IL 61081 Shaw Media is a Drug Free Employer.

Pre-employment background check and drug screen required.

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HVP VENDING Hiring Full Time Route Driver Sales Person Qualifications/ Requirements •High School Diploma or GED •Able to pass physical/Drug Screen •Have excellent driving record Send Resume: HVP Vending P.O. Box 382 Morrison, IL 61270 Or Apply: HVP Vending 409 East Main St, Morrison, IL. 61270 815-772-4035 Markman Peat Corporation is taking applications for Pallet Repairers. Benefits offered, incentive bonuses also offered.

Please apply in person at 13161 Fenton Rd. Morrison IL 61270 Northside Elementary School in Morrison, IL. is currently accepting applications for a One-on-one Aide.

This position is 32 ½ hours per week.

Applicants must have paraprofessional license or teacher certification.

Submit letter of interest and resume to Jennifer Oetting, Principal, Northside School, 520 North Genesee St., Morrison, IL 61270

We have an outstanding career opportunity in Rock Falls for a:

FULL TIME SERVICE TECHNICIAN

You will help build customer satisfaction by installing, repairing and maintaining propane gas systems and equipment.

If you are energetic, have a high school diploma (or equivalent), a valid class B CDL with hazmat and tanker endorsements, a great driving record and can satisfactorily complete a DOT physical, drug test and background check, we would like to hear from you.

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Looking for an exciting opportunity that can turn into a career?

A fast paced, high energy law firm is looking for a selfmotivated Legal Secretary. Prior legal experience required. Applicants must enjoy tackling challenges head on while multi-tasking.

The perfect candidate will have the skill to manage cases and projects, oversee preparation and filing of documents, and communicate effectively with clients, court personnel, and other law offices. Looking for someone with excellent computer and dictation skills who is pleasant and professional, well-organized and flexible. To apply please send your resume and cover letter to saukvalley law@gmail.com or send replies to Box #:1300 ,c/o Sauk Valley Classifieds, P.O.Box 498, Sterling, IL 61081

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News Talent / News Position WSDR/WZZT/ WSSQ Sterling IL are looking for an On-Air News Talent/News Person for our cluster.

Searching for an individual with passion for local news in the region. Our stations are the news leaders for our area.

Ideal candidate must be positive and have good writing, and delivering skills. Person must be part of the community.

Send audio and resumes to: Rick Lambert at greatcareers@ withersradio.net

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Part-Time Police Officer The Village of Walnut Police Department is accepting applications for PartTime Police Officer. A current valid State of Illinois Law Enforcement Officer Certification is required. Applicants must be able to work variable hours, shift work, holidays, and weekends as the schedule indicates. Applicants must conform to the Police Code of Ethics.

Applications available at the Village Office, 114 Jackson St., Walnut, IL 61376 M-F 8am - 4pm.

Completed applications will be accepted until end of business day October 16, 2015.

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NOW HIRING Northside Elementary School in Morrison, IL. is currently accepting application for a Grade Level Aide.

This position is 5.9 hours a day. Applicants must have paraprofessional license or teacher certification.

Submit letter of interest and resume to Jennifer Oetting, Principal, Northside School, 520 North Genesee St., Morrison, IL 61270

Full-Time 2ndShift Shift Full-Time 2nd Positions Positions • Assemblers • Welders • Machine Operators • Parts Cleaners • Painters E. D. ETNYRE & CO. 1333 S. Daysville Road, Oregon, Illinois Check us out on Facebook and www.etnyre.com M/F Disabled and Vet EEO/AA Employer

ROCK FALLS TWP. HIGH SCHOOL has the following opening: Accounts Payable – 12 month, full-time position w/ benefits, including IMRF pension & health insurance. Starting salary - $10.50/hour. Job duties include customer service and accounts payable data entry w/basic understanding of double-sided accounting. Must be willing to learn fund-based accounting and Skyward software.

Previous computer experience required; Associate Degree in Accounting a plus.

To apply,please submit resume and letter of application by email to Mike Berentes,Principal at MikeB@rfhs301.org, or by mail to 101 12th Avenue, Rock Falls, IL

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Operations Assistant Local transit provider seeks operations assistant.

Responsibilities will be varied but will primarily entail all aspects of operations management including scheduling, staff development & training, public relations, communication, maintenance, record keeping & reporting.

Must have the ability to work varied shifts.

Requires: current IL driver's license & clean driving record, strong leadership & communication skills, 3 or more years management experience, proficient in Microsoft Office & experience in budget management. paratransit Prior experience & Bilingual a plus. Drug Free Workplace & EEO. Submit letter of interest and resume to employment @ridewcpt.net no later than 5:00pm on Friday October 2nd.

Part-Time Treasurer The Village of Walnut is currently accepting applications for a part-time Treasurer. All applicants must have bookkeeping skills, knowledge of doing payroll and filing payroll taxes and knowledge of the Quick Books program would also be a plus.

Please come into the Walnut Village Office at 114 Jackson Street between the hours of 8am to 4pm, Monday through Friday to obtain an application. Completed applications will be accepted until October 16, 2015 at 4pm.

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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))

Patchwork Inn, located in historic downtown Oregon, has an opening for a Housekeeper / Maid 15-20 hrs. a week. Must be able to work with minimal supervision and be able to follow strict cleanliness guidelines. Successful candidates will pass reference and background checks.

Requirements include the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Climbing stairs is a daily part of this position.

Must be able to work flexible daytime hours including weekends & holidays. This is a contract position and will be responsible for reporting own taxes.

Must have computer skills necessary to submit monthly invoice to receive payment.

Please send email of interest with experience, salary requirements, and contact information to: info@patch workinn.com No phone calls or drop ins, please!

Appointments will be scheduled. We are a smoke free facility.

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While we attempt to screen advertising with potential fraud, it is impossible to screen all potential problems.

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Crafters Wanted Come Join the Holiday Craft Mall On Rt. 30 Rock Falls 815-718-1307 for details

AREA GARAGE SALES 624 DIXON GARAGE SALES 624 Fri & Sat 7 - 3 720 5th Avenue Queen bed complete, electric stove, misc. furniture, Halloween, license plates starting 1911, vintage collectibles, Craftsman tools, pre-lit rotating Christmas tree, household misc.

Fri & Sat 8-3pm 1709 W. 4th St. !!Huge Sale!!

Tons of H.O. & Lionel trains, beer lights, Elvis whiskey decanters, table saw & drill press, fishing, hunting, antique items, crafts, seasonal décor, too much to list!!

Fri. & Sat. 8-2 308 Fox Trot The Garage is PACKED with loads of interesting items, priced to Many move. books, collectibles, & lots of other neat stuff.

Fri. & Sat. 8-5pm 325 Rock Island (Log house) Downsizing getting ready to put house on market. We have lots of good stuff. New clothes & jewelry, vintage glassware, collectibles. Lots of guy stuff alsodoors, windows, tools. Come check us out.

Friday 7 – 5pm Saturday 8 - 3pm 803 4th Ave (across from Jefferson school) Books; Westerns, childrens, Adult clothing (all sizes), plants, gourds, Halloween, Christmas items, crocheted towels, linens, dishes, dolls, framed artwork, hedge trimmers, hanging light, candles, soaps, much more!

Friday 8-3pm 822 S. Galena Jr. Girls & Women's clothing, Boys NB-4T, Toys, misc. household items.

DIXON GARAGE SALES 624 Friday 7-?

1301 Bonnie Ave. Nice clean mattress set w/ bed frame, 47 in. TV., 2 seat recliner love seat, DVD's, CD's & misc.

Friday 8 - 4pm Saturday 8 - 1pm 302 Cedar Street Jewelry, clothes L – 3X, Harley T's, Precious Moments, curio cab, 3 pc.

Michael Howard, waterbed set w/ mattress insert (king), vacuums, yard tools & 2 sets new tires, & misc.

Friday 8 -4 Saturday 8 – 12 1120 Franklin Grove Road Lots of misc., luggage, car top carrier, bedding, dishes & toys.

Thur. & Fri. 10 – 5 1907 W. 4th Street Costume jewelry, cockatiel birds, auto washer, entertainment center, cassettes, DVD's, hosta plants, Christmas & Halloween décor, new porc. Dolls, Barbies, vases, planters, self propelled mowers, misc.

Thur. & Fri. 9 – 5 1633 Rockview Rd behind Brandywine 2 sales: Clothes, shoes, boots, bread maker, band saw, in-line skates, Halloween & Christmas items, books, DVD's & CD's, toys, jewelry, lots of misc.

Thurs. 1-6pm & Fri., 8-5 1218 Fargo Ave. All new 4 Family Rummage Sale Treadmill, bicycles, lots of jeans, valve grinder, boys toys, much misc.

Thurs. and Fri. 8am-3pm Saturday 8-12 1712 Factory St. Coffee & end tables, wall units, battery powered Jeep, clothing, movies, jewelry, household items & lots of everything!

Come make a deal!

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SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Family matters will be overwhelming. Seek out an experienced counselor if you are having trouble coping. Airing your feelings to a third party can take a load off your shoulders.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- Get out and socialize. You can be the life of the party, but your attentiveness to a casual acquaintance will make someone you love jealous.

Don’t neglect your partner.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- With the right information, you will make a profitable investment. Don’t get involved in joint ventures. You will experience less stress doing deals on your own. Trust in your judgment and resources.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- Don’t let insecurity prevent you from turning over a new leaf. You have the unique ability to adapt to any situation.

A change in direction will prove to be advantageous.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Steer clear of gossip. There is nothing to be gained by listening to or passing along false or damaging information. Get the real story before you voice your opinion.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Make a deal, investment or major decision and don’t look back. Your instincts will be right on the money, and you will come out on top. Romance is heating up.

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of a tempting offer. The deal won’t be on the table for long.

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Present your plans to an audience of influential people in order to get the support you need.

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Thurs.-Sat. 8-2pm 534 Palmyra Rd. 1 ½ from war mem.

Huge mini bike & bottle collections, home décor, seasonal, christmas tree, scrap booking, antiques, DVD's, Xbox games, Jrs. SAT. ½ PRICE MOST ITEMS!

Fri. - Sun. 7-1 1605 5th Avenue Girl's Clothes NB24 mo., & boy's 06 mo., little girl's shoes 0-5 carseat, w/ girl's matching stroller, highchair, & playmat & other misc. items

Thurs. 8-4 703 W 19th St. Brand name clothbaby-men's, ing; books, videos, entertainment center, Holiday Décor, 80 new Cherished Teddies, household items & misc.

Friday 9-4 602 W 8th St. Clothing teen girl, womens, small & plus, good jewelry, knick knacks, fall items, some primitives & lots of misc.

Fri. 7-6 & Sat. 7-?

407 15th Ave. Mens, womens, girls, boys, hunting fishing, household.

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Thursday & Friday 8:30-3 28469 Bertha Dr. (off Buell Rd) Wood Burner Insert, Bar Stools, Harley Bag, Crib Mattress, Changing Table, Toys and Misc.. Men's, Women's, Kids Clothes Primitive Repurposed Crafts and Holiday Decor

Fri. & Sat., 8-3 3902 Woodlawn Road Huge Downsizing Sale!

Late 60's HD golf cart, patio furniture, vanity and medicine cabinet, furniture, home décor, wreaths, camping supplies, canning & jelly jars, Christmas trees, teapots, tins and knickknacks.

Kerosene & elec.

Heaters, bedding & rugs & much more!

Lots of FREE items

Thurs.-Sat. 8-4pm 345 Rock Island Rd. Men, Women, Boys, Girls & Jrs. (Sz. 0-5)Girls Huffy bike, 12pc. china dinner set, girls bedroom décor, fireplace, toilet, fall & Christmas décor, collector musical carousel, VHS & DVD movies, carpet and much more!!

Thursday 8 – 5 Friday 9 – 6 1025 Mary Ave Multi-Family Sale Men's XL - 3X, Women's small XL, girls 10/12 & boys 8 - 12, baby nb - infant, dishes & furniture, misc.

POLO GARAGE SALES 624 Friday 8-5 1001 S. Barber Ave. Hollister, American Eagle and misc clothing: Juniors 0-4, XS-S & Guys L-XL, Whirlpool refrigerator, stove & microwave all in almond & Misc household items

Fri. 8-2, Sat. 9-1 28118 Logan Rd. (off Buell Rd.) “GREAT FALL SALE” Rain or shine!

Lots of Fall décor!

Vases, baskets, floral, candles, Fall mixes, way too much to list! Clothing, hardback books.

LARGE homespun area rug, Little Tikes football toy box, chest of drawers, pictures, Country décor, comforter.

Hope to see you!

Lots of ales in our area!

Fri. 8-7 Sat. 8-2 26874 Nathan Rd. Housewares, crafts, kid's & adult shoes, bags, purses, Scentsy, toys, jogger stroller, girl's clothes 10sm. young adult, boy's 3T-size 8 & misc.

Fri., Sat., Sun. 8am-5pm 404 Haskell Ave. Clothing and misc.

Thurs., & Fri. 8am-4pm 304 N. Franklin Ave Huge Yard Sale Almost 20 tables filled with collectibles, vintage and antique items.

Also TV's, computer desk, RV mattress, bikes & much more.

Friday 8-2 1201 9th Ave. Group Rummage Sale Winter coats, clothes, vintage Tupperware, antique records, mens table, cookbooks, crafts, magazines, books & tons of misc. items.

Thurs.-Sat. 8-4 401 W. North St. DEBS SALE Designer Handbags, jewelry, collectibles & home décor.

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Friday 8-2 802 Thome Court Womens Athletic apparel, sports equi., M & W new and used running shoes, fencing material, furniture, truck topper, lawn sweeper & misc.

ROCK FALLS GARAGE SALES 624 Fri. & Sat. 8-?

810 Marty Avenue Multi-Family Sale Adult clothing all sizes, household, seasonal items, 2 girl bikes & much more Fri. & Sat., 8-?

503 Dixon Ave. Furniture, tools & household items.

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Thurs. 7-5, Fri. 7-2, Sat. 7-2 2608 E. Hill Dr. ½ mi. East of East Coloma School (Watch for signs!)

Thurs., Fri. & Saturday 8-4 400 Galt Ave. Tons of items, new items added daily.

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New brown leather recliner/lift chair; used 5 days, pd. $980. Asking $700 Brown leather recliner excellent cond. $250 815-440-9714 Tan Couch $300 Excellent condition. 815-625-8895

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PETS & PET SUPPLIES 775 8 wk old Lab puppies for adoption.

Ken's Dog Grooming 815-285-3647

781

160 John Deere new battery, new fuel pump & new starter runs great. $650 John Deere XL 445 Power steering, drive shaft & cruz control. A lot of hours has had EXCELLENT care.

Looks and runs great. $3,495 815-625-9212

TICKETS / TRAVEL 787 & EVENTS Four(4) Notre Dame vs. South Cal. football tickets. Oct. 17th at Norte Dame.

Multiples of 2 or 4.

Face value. Contact Art Johnson 815-716-3017 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.

Old Slot Machines, Juke Boxes and old $.10 Coke machines wanted 314-707-0184 Old Slot Machines, Juke Boxes and old $.10 Coke machines wanted, working or not!

Cash for anything unusual and coin operated.

Fast pick up. Call 314-707-0184 Skid loader in any condition & 66 or 67 Nova seats.

563-212-7699 Snow Plow blade for a 1998 Chevy C1500 truck.

815-441-4659 Wanted Records 33's, 45's & 78's Rock, Blues & Jazz 815-847-0382

MISCELLANEOUS 796 FOR SALE NEW TODAY 130 LP's $500 or offer.

Call best 815-625-4120 Bowflex good cond., Treadmill cond., $150 631-5071

XLT, $150; good 815-

Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens Dixon.

2 lots, nice location $1200. Call 815379-2434.

Chicago Motor Club, floor safe.

Older and heavy.

Asking $300. Call 815-973-4772

BeaglesRegistered 1 male, 1 female- 3yrs old. 1 male pup, shots, Vet. Checked, champ sired. Great rabbit dogs! 815626-4671

creditautodixon@yahoo.com Fax: (815) 288-6183 601 IL Route 2, Dixon, IL 61021

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2.0SR 3 SENTRA 34 Bluetooth/Power Equipment

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2008

#TF336A

2008

AVALON XLS #TF034A

2008

TOWN&COUNTRY #TF371A

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2010

2.4EX 3 ACCORD 31 Moonroof/Power Seat/Power Equipment

#TF131A

2009

SANTA FE SE

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#NF242A

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2013

SONIC RS 3 Manual 34 Transmission/Power Equipment

RAV4 BASE

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#CF036A

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2010

SIENNA XLE

Dual Climate Control/Power Equipment

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#GF247A1

#GF298A

2010

TRAVERSE LT AWD/Navigation/DVD Entertainment

2010

EDGE LIMITED

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AWD/Heated Leather Interior/SYNC

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#TF302AZ

2013

SIENNA LE

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8 Passenger

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#TF329BT

2013

TAURUS SEL

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Leather Interior/MyFord Touch

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#NF136AV

2012

JOURNEY CREW

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AWD/Leather Interior/Moonroof

Moonroof/Navigation/DVD Entertainment

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2009

300 HEMI

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#TF334AT

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Heated Leather Interior/Moonroof

MPG HIGHWAY

2011

2011

FWD/Moonroof

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#CYF286C

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Heated Leather Interior/Moonroof

#VTA668A

Moonroof/FWD/Power Equipment

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LT 330 IMPALA Dual Climate Control/OnStar

CAMRY LE 3 Steering 32 Wheel Audio Controls

BMW M3

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2007

IMPALA LT

2010

Leather Interior/Moonroof

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755

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4x4/Auto Transmission/Power Equipment

up to

Reliable, LIKE NEW used appliances, cmsappliance.net (815)626-1003

Wanted: Tea Cup size Chihuahua, adult, short hair, reasonably priced or free. 815-5649022 after 2:00.

LAWN & GARDEN

I Pay Cash 4 Gold, Silver, Coins & Antiques 24/7 815-564-9061

Hours: Monday-Friday: 9am-6pm Saturday: 9am-3pm

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RAV4 V6

MPG HIGHWAY

Heavy duty washer, white, very good cond. $95.

815-625-1606.

(815) 288-1716 (815) 288-2406

4x4/Auto Transmission/Power Equipment

#TF372AR

FURNITURE

Free to a good home, 1 year old Beagle, Lab, Put mix. Updated on shots, housebroken & neutered.

815-716-6883 Tosa Puppy (lg. breed), Free as a co-own to the right Call 815home.

626-6382 after 7pm.

NEW TODAY 14HP Craftsman tractor, 38” deck 6spd, new battery & blades. Runs good. Asking $325.

815-625-1606.

WANT TO BUY 795

815-288-4455 - www.KenNelsonAuto.com

LIBERTY SPORT

#BF032A

Apple Cider, Local Honey & Dipping Caramel 1.5mi. West of Hwy 78 on Fairhaven Rd. OR 4mi. E. of Thompson on Fairhaven Rd. Look for the signs!

Thurs.-Sat. 9am5pm, Sun. 12-5 Closed Mon-Wed 815-499-1856

779

www.creditautosalesdixon.com Email: Phone:

Heated Leather Interior

up to

Cortland, McIntosh, Gala, Goldens, Baker's mix

LAWN MOWERS

Credit Auto Sales

Fri. & Sat. 9-5 807 E. 15th St. Mission furniture, couch hide-a-bed, table, tv stand, hutch, hat boxes, gas grill, dresser, plus size women, pictures, purses, shoes, dishes, MLB helmets, etc.

2 tables of items – You price yourself.

No Early Sales!!

IMPALA LTZ

#CYF373A

710

Free kittens to good home. Gray/ White or tiger striped. Adorable.

Litter trained. Mama cat is a great hunter, & is looking for a good home as well. 815-535-5493

Honey Crisp

I Buy: Antiques, collectibles, toys, post cards, etc.

815-445-6151.

APPLIANCES

PETS & PET SUPPLIES 775

750

Fairhaven Fruit Farm- Fresh Picked Apples!

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES 705

Friday 8-4 1606 17th Ave. Fishing tackle, Zippo lighters, collectibles & misc.

No Early Sales

Fri. & Sat. 8-3 406 E 26th St. Clothing, printers, books, misc. items Cash Only No Checks Please

2008

#TF386AX

Friday 8-5 600 Holden St. Moving Sale!

Furniture, lamps, tools, portable massage table, wheelchair, walker, snowblower, gas grill, misc.

Fri. Sat. Sun. 8-?

1009 Susan Court Whole House Sale!

Dining room table & chairs, lg. hutch, bed frames & mattresses, bedding, Kitchen Aid Mixer, lots of kitchen supplies, knick knacks, lg. dog kennel, dehumidifiers, Xmas decorations, Weber grill, toys. Too items to many mention!!

STERLING GARAGE SALES 624

NEW BEETLE 2.5L/Leather Interior

#XP7833

WOOSUNG GARAGE SALES 624

Fri. 8-5 & Sat. 8-12 702 Ave. B. Christmas décor, kitchenware, DVD's, weed eater glassware, books, 45's & LPs, electronics, some furniture & lots more!

Heated Leather Interior/DVD/Moonroof

#GF240A

Thurs. 4-7, Fri. 7-3 Sat. 7-noon & 25579 Front St. Indian Ridge Subd.

HUGE FISHERMAN SALE!!

Two car garage in back of house full of tackle.

Too much stuff to list.

Need to downsize big time!

Doug Schrader 815-718-5703

Fri. 8-4, Sat. 8-12 1504 Ave. K Clothing, fishing items, Schwinn 20” bike, 2pr. Track shoes 10 & 11 ½, lots of misc.

Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-5.

LARGEST sale of the weekend!

Packed In-home Estate/Moving sale of Theodete Wolf 623 West 13th Street, Rock Falls.

More info. & pics estatesales.net This home is full, even the huge basement! This is mostly a household sale. Lots of holiday, another full dinette kitchen, set, living room furniture upstairs and down, dressers, huge linen room, doll collection, lots of country décor, basket collection including Longaberger, lots costume jewelry, new hardware, huge collection blue n white dishes inWedgecluding wood, Willow Tree Angels, nice washer/ dryer refrigerator. Lots more! No sign in.

Sale assisted by Sauk Valley Estate Sales/ Services 815-590-7021

SIENNA XLE #NF233A1

Friday 9-noon 2919 E. Lincolnway Precious Moments collectibles, women's clothing, misc. furniture & dishes, & other.

FOOD PRODUCE

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2011

CHARGER SE

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Leather Interior/Navigation/Moonroof

We Buy Vehicles! Call Chuck TODAY! 815.973.0000 1100 N. Galena - Dixon, IL - 815.288.4455 - www.KenNelsonAuto.com

* Prices do not include tax, title, license or doc fees. See participating dealer for details. Photos for illustration purposes. Dealer not liable for errors.

SERVICE DIRECTORY

SAUK VALLEY MEDIA • Thursday, September 24, 2015 • PAGE B14

Quality Vehicles

1707 East 4th St., Sterling

815-625-9600

LUXURY FOR LESS! 15 BUICK VERANO

Keyless Entry & Back-Up Camera

$22,999*

13 BUICK REGAL

Heated Seats & Keyless Entry

$18,999*

13 INFINITI G37X

Moon-roof, Navigation, Bose Stereo, Heated Leather Seats

$27,999*

12 LEXUS RX350

Moon-roof, Navigation, Back-Up Camera, Heated & Cooled Front Seats

$37,999*

12 LEXUS ES 350

Moon-roof, Rear Park Assist, Navigation, Heated & Cooled Seats

$30,999*

12 MERCEDES-BENZ E350

China hutch $40; lg. Cherry armoire $40; 8pc. White china w/14K gold trim $30; 8pc. Gold plated silverware setting $15; elec.

Fireplace $20; two armless chairswarm colors like new $40/ea.; 8x10 wool area rug, Traditional- warm colors $100; window A/C 110v. $25.

815-499-2323.

Dozer loader; Oliver 550; Clark forklift, Chevy 1 ton truck; 24' box truck. 815-6264561, 625-5498.

Duro Star Welder Generator, 50-210 amp, 4000 watt, never used. $1299 new, sell for $950.

563-241-2787 Framed portrait Chicago World Fair of 1933 “A Country of Progress” $85 815-288-6200 Good used gas dryer., Elect. Dryer Gas Stove. $140 each.

815-878-7399 If a blacktop contractor has raised the contract price for your job after work was commenced, please contact Erin 815-621-4727.

Items for Sale: Wagner 500 Power Painter; Patton 240V-13640 BTU heater; Lawn Sweeper, 38”; Red Devil dump cart; Electric Leaf Eater; Wood & Plastic Shutters. Call 815499-5042 Lawn Mower Wards Reel. Works good. $50.

815-284-6776 MOVING SALE, newer floral design couch & love seat, GE smooth top elec. range, small dinette set w/2 chairs, 50's era kitchen table w/leaf & 4 chairs, 50's era bedroom set w/ book case headboard & 2 chests, one horizontal w/ mirror. Power lift bed. All items excellent to like new condition.

Much, much more. 815564-0191 or 815441-9709.

•New vinyl double lap siding, covers 12x12 building; •Complete dry well pump & motor w/ sand point & a number of fittings & pipe; Many other items.

815-438-3721 See More Online Photos, Commerce, Expanded Text ➛Look for WEB ID ➛Log on to: www.saukvalley. com classifieds ➛Enter the WEB ID in the WEB ID Box ➛View Photos, Expanded Text BUY ONLINE!! saukvalley.com CLASSIFIEDS Twin, full, queen, king beds. Dryer, table & chairs, recliners, futon, sofa, dresser, daybed, freezer. 815-7184385.

HAY & STRAW

AWD, Moon-roof, Navigation, Back-Up Camera, Heated, Leather Seats

$35,999*

13 LINCOLN MKS

AWD, Leather Interior, Heated Seats & Blind Spot Monitoring

$30,999*

13 LINCOLN MKX

825

100% grass hay wanted. Small bales. Call 815-440-3389

FARM EQUIPMENT

855

2011 New Holland Rustler 120 Utility Vehicle, auto tilt 66 hrs., bed, diesel, enclosed cab, $10,000 815441-7881 Grain auger 10”-31' farm tin.

Like new. Also, two Prong bale movers.

815-590-1904

CLASSIC CARS

904

1970 VW Beetle, runs & stops good, economical, new tires, $4500 815645-8382 1974 M.G. Roadster conv., last yr. chrome bumpers, 95% done. $6,000 815-716-3100

AUTOMOBILES

905

NEW REAL DEAL FOR ITEMS OVER $300 A 5 Line REAL DEAL

Moon-roof, Navigation, Rear Park Assist & Keyless Entry

$29,999*

www.majeskimotors.com majeskimotors com Mon.-Thur. 9-7 • Fri. 9-6 • Sat. 8:30am-4pm *Plus tax, title, license & doc fee. Dealer not liable for errors. Photos for illustration only.

ad runs for 30 days in Sauk Valley Classifieds, 4 Ogle County Papers, The Review and saukvalley.com all for only $38!

Special must be mentioned at time of ad placement.

Offer expires 12/31/15

No Commercial Advertising, Pets, Garage Sales, Wood/ Fuel, Tickets/ Travel or Real Estate

905

1978 Midget/MGProject car. $6,000. Call 815-284-2482 1987 Chevrolet Classic Brougham 58k mi. Dark blue. $3,200.Good Cond.

630-220-2915 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis LS Gray, 62k. mi. $5,500. Great cond.

630-220-2915 ★2006 Chrysler★ 300C, 4 door, 39K mi., like new, $12,000 858-212-1952 2010 SS Camaro Transformers edition.

24K mi. $26,000. Call 815441-6483 2012 Chevy Impala LT, asking $11,500 Excellent condition Like new.

Must Sell!

Call 815-857-2830 Leave Message. creditautosales dixon.com Always over 100+ vehicles to choose from.

HAVING TROUBLE wording your ad? Call our classified department today. We'll be glad to help you. 626SOLD or 284SOLD. Rebuilt Buick V8 engine; not run since rebuild. Give 815-288away.

3886

S.U.V.S

909

2003 Trailblazer LS, 4WD, 4 door, 6 cyl., 150K mi., $2800/obo 815626-2399

TRUCKS

910

1985 Ford 4x4 w/ snow plow. Needs brakes & tune-up. $1,500. Dixon area 704-650-9290

PARTS & ACC.

925

Ford Rims 22”x9”, split spoke polished aluminum w/ black pearl metallic, includes sport center cap, valve stems, 5-lug bolt pattern 4.5”, great condition, 4 for $1600/obo 815-626-2549

MOTORCYCLES

935

2010 Harley Street Davidson Glide, 21K mi., silver, $15,200 563249-7415 2014 Harley Street Davidson Glide, 2,312 mi., warranty left on it, $17,500 815-4410841

TRAILERS/RVS

945

2007 J Feather EXP 23B, Ultralight ½ ton towable. inHitch/levelers cluded sleep 8, LR slide, awning AC/ Heat, full kitchen/ bath $10,000. Call 815-213-2732 2013 Monte Carlo Edition Limited travel trailer. 40ft.

2BR, 2 A/C's, 2 slide outs. Washer dryer. Perfect for lots lake or travel.

Many extras. Exc. $25,400. cond.

682-561-3643.

2013 Starcraft Travel Star 244DS, outside mini frig., dinette slide out, furnished. Like new $15,500. Call 815438-2122.

SAUK VALLEY

Air Cond./Heating

Cleaning Service

Paint/Decorating

FARLEY'S APPLIANCE Heating & Cooling Sale & Service Free Estimates New & Replacement Units We service all brands!

Call Today (815)284-2052

★Professional★ ★Cleaning★ Non-Toxic Pet Friendly Supplies Insured & Bonded Call 815-590-9426 for an estimate.

A1 Painting & Powerwashing •Residential •Commercial

Alterations

815-989-8320

Asphalt

PROFESSIONAL LOT MAINTENANCE

*Seal Coating *Crack Repair *Asphalt Repair *Line Striping *Infrared heat patching License, Insured & Bonded 815-632-9555

*Asphalt paving & Patch work * Seal Coating *Skid loader/ Dump Truck Work (Concrete Removal, Dirt and Gravel Hauling) Call for free, no obligation estimates 815-499-7195.

Locally owned And Operated.

Over 25 Years Asphalt Exp. Fully Insured

Basement Waterproofing Prater Paint & Waterproofing We Dry Up Basements & Crawl Spaces, Remediate Mold & Install E-Z Breathe™ Ventilation Systems 815-626-5165

www.praterpaintand waterproofing.com

Brick & Masonry LAUTS MASONRY & GENERAL CONTRACTING •Brick Block Stone & Cultured Stone Work •Tuck Pointing Chimney Repair & Removal Over 35 Years Experience Quality work for a reasonable price.

Bonded & Insured 815-718-4885

(815)499-3543 $$$$$$$$$$$$$ We Buy Used cars & trucks.

Call Dixon ATV 815-288-2146

Need to place an ad?

Call us 625-3600 284-2222

BENNY'S On The Spot Welding Service •On Site Welding •Repair Services Steel, Stainless Steel, Aluminum Call Benny 779-245-3364

Carpet For Less •Less Money •Less Time •Less Hassle Call Al for a FREE Estimate A & A Flooring 815-632-0675

Mobil Pressure Wash Service • Commercial, • Residential & • Semis You name it.... we clean it!

Call Ben 815-590-2694

Home Improvement 815-632-3822

815-626-1333

IL State Roofing Licensed 104-002247(1986) Bonded-Insured

Lawn Care BILL'S LAWN SERVICE •Mowing •Garden Tilling •Yard Clean Up FREE Estimates Call 815-441-6073

815-618-2717 South side of Dixon Rte. 26 Great Rates Inside 10x20 $45 Outside $20 Larger or smaller available

High-Security Storage Solutions and Much More!

Roofing

“Area's #1 Roofing Contractor IL Lic# 104-015191 Licensed, Bonded & Insured •Roofing •Siding •Windows •Decks •Additions •Garages & More Residential & Commercial Call now to schedule your FREE Estimate!

Will beat any leading competitor price 815-590-2677 Guaranteed Best Buy!

•Climate Controlled Storage •Low-Cost Moving Truck Rental •Confidential Document Shredding •We Ship FedEx & UPS! •Expert Packaging Services •Value Boxes & Packaging Supplies •EBAY and EMOTORS Internet Auction Sales Over 15,000 Sales •Office Hours: Mon-Fri. ☛ 8:306, Sat. ☛ 8:30noon 690 Timber Creek Rd. Dixon, (815)285-2212

Stump Removal CLARK'S

• Stump Grinding • Small Trees • Clean Up • Bush Removal 815-718-2663 or 815-590-0423

Tree Service A&M TREE SERVICE Lowest Prices Guaranteed!

Superior Exteriors •Roofing •Siding •Windows and •Gutters 815-631-2033 Free Estimates

Roofing/Siding

Randy L. Moore

SELF-STORAGE

www.allsafe center.com

✶Since 1981✶ ◆Home Improvement ◆New Construction FALL is the

perfect time to build your garage, addition or remodel Re-roof / Reside your home!

Windows

815-973-3613

STORAGE UNITS Multiple Sizes Starting at $35 No appt. needed Located inside MOORE TIRES 2411 E. Rt 30 Rock Falls (815)625-3764

Gutters

PAUL’S HANDYMAN SERVICE “Anything Your Husband Won’t Do!” •Experience On All Manner of Home Repairs & Maintenance since 1986

The Softener Man Repair on all makes & models Service Call Special $19.95 Over 30 years experience 815-323-1622

✰CORNER✰ STORAGE

Remodeling

GUTTERS & THEN SOME Gutter Cleaning & Repair Service Miscellaneous Jobs FREE ESTIMATES 815-535-0911 Bonded & Insured If you have gutter problems, call the Gutter Guys!!

Handyman

Call Theresa today!

Water Softeners

GREAT RATES

Gutter Cleaning

American Energy Savers “Sauk Valley's Oldest & Best Seamless Gutter Company” Always Flow Seamless Gutters Call Dan Maloney 815-288-4525

Specializing in: •Seamless Gutters •Siding •Roofing •Doors/Windows General Contracting & Construction 815-213-0704 Free Estimates •Licensed •Bonded •Insured

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

Dixon near Walmart Sterling near Menards Various Sizes

Excavating Hauling •Tandem Dump Trucks •Skidsteers Guaranteed Low Rates 815-618-2717

JOHN'S CLEANUP & REMOVAL Anything goes!!

Estate Cleanups PHONE 815-622-0240

D & G House Cleaning & Prepping Service •Weekly, Bi-Weekly or Monthly availability.

Home or Office •Move in or out, one time extensive deep cleaning.

Home, rental, or estate.

•One Time Special Occasion Cleaning We can work with you to achieve whatever it is you need!

Call for Free Estimate 815-718-1714 815-718-0054

Power Washing

ASSOCIATED Services Enterprise, LLC

Haul/Clean Service

www.advanced cleaners.biz

Residential Painting & 15 years experience •Painting Inside & Out •Power Washing •Decks (815)973-0858 shazta@msn.com

TV Repair

TELEVISION

Storage

Genl. Contracting

(815)631-4122

$$$$$$$$$$$$$ 815-499-3543

We are licensed & insured to buy vehicles. Running or non running, scrap, Ect. 7 days a week.

All Calls Answered!

Farm Services

www.mullerslane farm.com

960

CASH 4-CARS

Dumpster Rental for Clean-ups & Construction Small & Large containers avail.

Tidy Bug Inc. Dixon, IL tidybuginc.com 815-456-3001

Cleaning Service

Maid/Janitorial Carpet

815-213-7982 or 702-505-1711 Fast & Efficient

Painting

Flooring T & M PAVING

Lee, Whiteside & Ogle Areas

Best Price in Town!

SHOE REPAIR ZIPPER REPAIR & ALTERATIONS Grummerts Hardware Sterling or Rock Falls

Utility Tilt Trailer, ball hitch, 4x8, have title, $500 815-625-3963

AUTOS WANTED

Dumpster Rental

25 years exp.

98% Journeymen licensed & Insured Interior & Exterior

Roofing/Siding

Illinois License #104.016127 Bonded/Insured •Roofing •Siding • Windows •Doors •Additions• •Garages •Drywall •Decks and more Free Estimates 815-213-0556

The best way to start your day. dailyGAZETTE

4%,%'2!0( To subscribe call

815-284-2222

Free Estimates 25 yrs. Experience Fully Licensed/ Insured.

Whiteside Area 815-590-1677 MEISTER TREE CARE Specializing in all of your tree care needs.

Certified pesticide & herbicide applicator & line clearance tree trimming .

Storm clean up & specialty work.

Free Estimates No job too big or too small!

Licensed, Bonded Insured Safety and your satisfaction is my #1 goal!

815-994-1750

Nate's Tree Service

*Tree Removal *Trimming *Lot Clearing Fully Insured & FREE Estimates

815-677-8682 Nate Nicklaus

Owner/Operator

“Area's #1 Roofing Contractor IL Lic# 104-015191 Licensed, Bonded & Insured •Roofing •Siding •Windows •Decks •Additions •Garages & More Residential & Commercial Call now to schedule your FREE Estimate!

Will beat any leading competitor price 815-590-2677

J.C. Worcester Vinyl Replacement Windows •Made to Order Windows •Custom Aluminum Trim work •Complete Installations •Limited Lifetime Warranty

✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰ End of Summer Special Buy 5 double hung replacement windows (installed) get the 6th Free (including installation)

*Restrictions apply* ✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰ 815-441-6631 Licensed, Bonded Insured Sterling IL.

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