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ELECTION 2014 | MINIMUM WAGE

DIXON | MOBILE FOOD PANTRY

Many voices raised

Meals wheeled to church

Advisory question pushing buttons, drawing feedback

BY KATHLEEN A. SCHULTZ kschultz@saukvalley.com 800-798-4085, ext. 5535

Photos by Philip Marruffo/pmarruffo@saukvalley.com

ABOVE: Emily Brooks helps sort food from pallets Saturday morning as volunteers with St. Paul Lutheran Church prepare for the Mobile Food Pantry, the second such event the Dixon church has partnered with River Bend Foodbank to present this year. It took a few hours to distribute the food to more than 100 families.

“Shall the minimum wage in Illinois for adults over the age of 18 be raised to $10 per hour by Jan. 1, 2015?”

That’s one of the questions that Illinois voters are asked this fall.

It’s a question Sauk Valley Media asked its Facebook followers in a posting about 2 p.m. Oct. 27. Not quite 24 hours later, 280some responses had been posted, and the article had reached nearly 25,000.

That’s more comments than any Rita-Crundwell-Nick-Sheleylegalize-pot-fix-the-potholesname-your-hot-button-topic story has spawned in recent SVM Facebook history.

Clearly, people care. Not that that will mean anything on Election Day: In Illinois, the minimum wage referendum is advisory only.

Illinois’ current minimum wage is $8.25 per hour – the sixth-highest in the United States. The federal rate is $7.25 per hour.

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TOP: Breads are chosen as people move through the River Bend Foodbank’s Mobile Food Pantry.

RIGHT: Ashley Mulkins helps stock the tables at the St. Paul Lutheran Church on Saturday morning. See more photos from the event on A11.

MOLINE | FIRST LADY VISITS

‘We’re all in this together’ Obama rallies attendees to support local Democrats

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

MOLINE – Michelle Obama walked onto the stage at Moline’s Wharton Field House on Saturday to chants and cheering from an overwhelmingly adoring crowd.

About 1,400 people turned out to see the first lady speak at the Democratic rally for Gov. Pat Quinn, Rep. Cheri Bustos, and Sen. Dick Durbin.

Some lined up hours before the doors opened, braving

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The rally was part of a push to “get out the vote,” and also part of campaigning the Obamas and Vice President

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Joe Biden have been doing, especially of late, for Quinn.

While many Democrats have been distancing themselves from the White House and the president’s low approval numbers, Quinn has consistently supported his fellow Democrat’s platforms, especially when it comes to healthcare and raising the minimum wage – both of which were topics Obama touched on during her speech.

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First lady Michelle Obama waves to the crowd as U.S. Rep. Cheri Bustos, D-East Moline, Gov. Pat Quinn and U.S. Senator Dick Durbin cheer Saturday during a rally for the three incumbents at Wharton Field House in Moline.

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Dixon; 8:15 p.m. Saturday in the 600 block of Chicago Avenue; driving under the influence, improper lane usage; given notice to appear.

Jamie L. Faley, 24, of Dixon; 1:55 a.m. Sunday in the 600 block of Marclare Street; driving under the influence of alcohol, improper lane usage, disobeying a stop sign, operating an uninsured vehicle; processed and released.

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POLICE Sterling Police Justin L. Lugo, 31, of Sterling; 3:46 a.m. Friday at Avenue E and West Seventh Street; disobeying stop sign; posted individual bond.

Dina M. Rodriguez, 41, of Sterling; 6:58 a.m.

Friday in the 300 block of West Seventh Street; Rock Island County warrant for a probation violation; taken to Whiteside County Jail.

Kurtis S. Danekas, 26, of Sterling; 11:53 a.m. Saturday at Lynn Boulevard and 31st Avenue; failure to yield; given notice to appear.

Donald L. Beebe, 77, of Sugar Grove; 12:57 p.m.

Saturday at Second Avenue and LeFevre Road; failure to wear a seat belt; given notice to appear.

Dixon Police Keith D. Wood, 24, of Dixon; 12:55 a.m. Saturday in the 1000 block of West 2nd Street; violation of an order of protection; taken to Lee County Jail.

Stephanie M. Smoot, 20, of Dixon; 1:13 a.m.

Saturday in the 400 block of Jackson Avenue; unlawful consumption of alcohol; given notice to appear.

Kaitlyn M. Dexter, 18, of Dixon; 1:13 a.m. Saturday in the 400 block of Jackson Avenue; battery, unlawful consumption of alcohol; given notice to appear.

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Rachel E. Mohr, 22, of Lexington; Oct. 14; speeding.

Sandra G. Uribe, 40, of Wheaton; Oct. 19; speeding.

Douglas A. Vanderlaan, 48, of Morrison; Oct. 21; speeding.

Roger C. Grant, 58, of Morrison; Oct. 24; expired registration.

Lena R. Wilson, 33, of Morrison; Wednesday; speeding.

Michael A. Vegter, 21, of Morrison; Wednesday; speeding.

State Police Joe A. Alvarado, 21, of Chicago; 10:08 a.m.

Thursday on Interstate 88 in Whiteside County; driving under the influence of drugs, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, speeding; posted driver’s license and $100; given notice to appear.

Dawn M. Kubiszweski, 39, of Davis Junction; 11:06 a.m. Friday on Route 72 in Ogle County; Boone County warrant – failure to appear; taken to Ogle County Jail.

Adela Arreddondo, 27, of Sterling; 1:45 p.m.

Saturday at Fourth Street and Avenue A in Sterling; driving while license suspended; posted individual bond and given notice to appear.

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No-fly zone aimed at media U.S. government knew it was to keep away news helicopters WASHINGTON (AP) – The U.S. government agreed to a police request to restrict more than 37 square miles of airspace surrounding Ferguson, Missouri, for 12 days in August for safety. But audio recordings show that local authorities privately acknowledged the purpose was to keep away news helicopters during violent street protests.

On Aug. 12, the morning after the Federal Aviation Administration imposed the first flight restriction, FAA air traffic managers struggled to redefine the flight ban to let commercial flights operate at nearby Lambert-St. Louis International Airport and police helicopters fly through the area – but ban others.

“They finally admitted it really was to keep the media out,” said one FAA manager about the St. Louis County Police in a series of recorded telephone conversations obtained by The Associated Press. “But they

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People stand near a cloud of tear gas Aug. 18 in Ferguson, Missouri, during protests for the Aug. 9 shooting of unarmed black 18-year-old Michael Brown by a white police officer. were a little concerned of, “There is really ... no obviously, anything else option for a TFR that says, that could be going on.” you know, ‘OK, everybody At another point, a but the media is OK,’” manager at the FAA’s he said. The managers Kansas City center said then worked out wordpolice “did not care if you ing they felt would keep ran commercial traffic news helicopters out of the through this TFR [tem- controlled zone but not porary flight restriction] impede other air traffic. all day long. They didn’t The conversations contrawant media in there.” dict claims by the St. Louis FAA procedures for County Police Department, defining a no-fly area did which responded to demnot have an option that onstrations following the would accommodate that. shooting death of 18-year-

old Michael Brown, that the restriction was solely for safety and had nothing to do with preventing media from witnessing the violence or the police response.

Police said at the time, and again as recently as late Friday to the AP, that they requested the flight restriction in response to shots fired at a police helicopter.

But police officials confirmed there was no damage to their helicopter and were unable to provide an incident report on the shooting. On the tapes, an FAA manager described the helicopter shooting as unconfirmed “rumors.”

The AP obtained the recordings under the U.S. Freedom of Information Act. They raise serious questions about whether police were trying to suppress aerial images of the demonstrations and the police response by violating the constitutional rights of journalists with tacit assistance by federal officials.

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After state Rep. Mike Smiddy led the crowd in the pledge of allegiance, state Sen. Mike Jacobs came on stage to introduce the main speakers of the day: Randi Weingarten, president of the American Federation of Teachers; Bustos; Durbin; and – of course – Obama.

Quinn, who is facing off against republican Bruce Rauner on Tuesday, was the last to speak before Obama took the stage.

“Thank you, Illinois,” Quinn said. “We’re all in this together. ... We understand that our job as adults and parents is to take care of the next generation, to be custodians of the future, to take care of those who come after us. That’s what America is all about. We want to make sure that we leave things better than we found them.

“We invest in education because ... the key to jobs – the key to good jobs – is having a good education.”

Raising the minimum wage, which has been a major part of his reelection campaign, was another topic Quinn spoke about.

“If you work hard, if you’re working 40 hours a week, it’s important you make a decent wage so you can raise your family in dignity,” he said.

He also echoed a familiar refrain among Illinois democrats: that they’re up against some very

Officers growing facial hair to raise cancer awareness

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

DIXON – Dixon police officers are going to be looking a little harrier than usual this month as they lock up their razors to participate in No-Shave November.

The department is fundraising for the American Cancer Society and United Way of Lee County, and any officer participating has to raise a minimum of $25, according to a post on the department’s Facebook page.

No-Shave November is an event meant to raise cancer awareness by turning heads. Participants are supposed to go into the month clean-shaven, and for the rest of the month (dress codes allowing), should put down the shaving cream and let their facial hair grow out as best as they can.

Interested in participating or starting a team? It’s not too late. Find out more at no-shave.org. Or donations can be dropped off at the police department, 220 S. Hennepin Ave. Checks should be made out to Dixon Police Department, with a reference to the cause in the notes field.

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First lady Michelle Obama greets volunteers as she makes a surprise visit to the Scott County Democratic Party phone bank Saturday in Davenport, Iowa, after a rally for Illinois Democratic candidates in Moline. wealthy candidates.

“My opponent, who has more money than King Midas, is adamantly opposed [to it],” Quinn said, when talking about the idea of raising minimum wage.

Durbin made a similar quip earlier in the day.

“We’re up against folks with a lot of money,” he said. “... I’ve got nothing against self-made millionaires, nothing at all. ... But what I object to is a politician who thinks Illinois is for sale. This state is not for sale.”

After Quinn wrapped up his remarks, Obama, smiling and waving, took the stage.

“Hey, everyone,” Obama said, hugging

Quinn and other speakers. “Man, I’m glad to be home, even if it’s just for a second. ... I know that you all are fired up and ready to go. ... And, like me, you’re here today for one simple reason.

You’re here because you know that this election isn’t about the folks on the stage. It isn’t about me. It’s about you.

“It’s about what’s going on in your lives, in your families, in your communities. You’re here because when you kiss your kids goodbye in the morning, you want to know that you’re sending them to good schools. ...

You want to push them and inspire them – to get them on track to college, to get them a good job. ... You’re here because you believe when you’re working your heart out, working 40 or 50 hours a week at a job, you should be able to pay your bills and give your family a decent life.

“This is personal for me, because this is my home state,” Obama said. “This is my home.”

Emily Spangler, 16, a junior at Sterling High School, drove up for the event with friends because she believes just that.

“I work with the Whiteside County democrats, and I really believe in getting out the vote so that everyone has a voice,” she said.

Though she can’t vote quite yet, the issues most important to her are women’s rights and jobs.

“I think that’s really what people are looking for,” she said.

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Christine Winick, 63, drove up from Galesburg to see the first lady speak.

“I think raising the minimum wage is very important, and education, too – all the way from early childhood education to making college affordable,” she said. “Jobs, economic recovery. I’m pretty strong on women’s issues. Because of the state that we live in and the leadership that we’ve had, it’s not been an issue, but that could change.”

Her group got into Moline Saturday morning, and had been waiting in the cold outside of Wharton Field House since 10:15 a.m., which enabled them to snag front-row seats. Julie Haugland, 53, who owns a small business in Galesburg, came with Winick.

For Haugland, raising the minimum wage is the most important issue at stake in this election.

“I feel like it’s an answer to help the economy of Galesburg, which is fairly depressed,” she said.

“I have a small business, and it’s difficult, so I think that if people can have a livable wage, things will lighten up.”

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OBITUARIES Keith R. ‘Robbie’ Robison G R A N D DETOUR – Keith R. “Robbie” Robison, 82, of Grand Detour, died Sunday, Oct. 19, 2014, at his home.

He was born Aug. 2, 1932, in Sterling, the son of Cecil and Helen (Maske) Robison. He was a veteran of the Air Force during the Korean War. Robbie married Frances Brooks on Oct. 24, 1952, Roswell, New Mexico. He worked for Commonwealth Edison for 35 years before his retirement. He was a member of the Dixon American Legion Post and Sinnissippi Rod and Gun Club. Robbie’s motto was, “Born to fish and forced to work.” He was a skilled shuffleboard player, and an avid fan of the Boston Red Sox and the Chicago Bears.

He is survived by his wife, Frances of Grand Detour; three daughters, Kathy Quarles of Dixon, and Rhonda Wright and Bonny Castellari, both of Grand Detour; one son, Joe Robison of Sterling;

seven grandchildren, Jaquelinn Wright and Justin (Haja) Quarles, both of Sacramento, California, Jeremy (Kelly) Quarles of Lowell, Arkansas, Michael Smith of Sacramento, Marcus Smith of Grand Detour, Haley Castellari of Chesterfield, Missouri, and Abe (Kori) Petroshyn of Millstadt; eight greatgrandchildren, Jasmine, Violet, Ivy, Michele, and Aubrey Quarles, and Ayla, Alyvia, and Ansley Petroshyn; and numerous cousins and friends.

He was preceded in death by one brother, Kent Robison.

Cremation rites have been accorded. Graveside service, with military honors by the Dixon combined veterans group, will be at 2 p.m.

Friday at Grand Detour Cemetery. A celebration of life will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday at The Last Stop, 1914 Lowell Park Road, Dixon. Jones Funeral Home in Dixon is handling arrangements.

Visit thejonesfh.com to send condolences.

Richard Meyer WINFIELD – Richard Meyer, 69, of Sterling, died Saturday, Nov. 1, 2014, at Central DuPage Hospital in Winfield.

McDonald Funeral Home in Sterling is handling arrangements.

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FUNERAL SERVICES FOR THE WEEK Today’s visitations: Omer Jarret Bardoner Jr. of Rock Falls, gathering of family and friends, 10-11 a.m. at McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls.

Edward P. Miller of Dixon, 4-8 p.m., with the rosary recited at 7:30 p.m., at St. Anne Catholic Church in Dixon.

Today’s funerals: Kent McGonigle of Rock Falls, 10:30 a.m. at Schilling Funeral Home in Sterling.

Omer Jarret Bardoner Jr. of Rock Falls, 11 a.m. memorial service at McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls.

Tuesday visitations: Edward P. Miller of Dixon, 9-9:45 a.m. at St, Anne Catholic Church in Dixon.

Ethel C. Emmert, 10-11 a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church in Rock Falls.

Tuesday funerals: Lois F. Anderson, 96, of Dixon, 10 a.m. at the chapel

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at Heritage Square in Dixon.

Edward P. Miller of Dixon, 10 a.m. Mass at St. Anne Catholic Church in Dixon.

Ethel C. Emmert, 11 a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church in Rock Falls.

Thursday visitations: Shirley A. Tompkins, 78, 10-11 a.m. at the Garland Funeral Home in Tampico.

Thursday funerals: Shirley A. Tompkins, 78, 11 a.m. at the Garland Funeral Home in Tampico Friday funerals: Keith R. “Robbie” Robison of Grand Detour, 2 p.m. graveside service at Grand Detour Cemetery, followed by celebration of life from 4-7 p.m. at The Last Stop in Dixon.

Saturday funerals: Raymond H. Thompson of Oglesby, formerly of Lee County, 10 a.m. memorial service at First Christian Church in Walnut.

Shirley A. Tompkins STERLING – Shirley A. Tompkins, 78, of Rock Falls, died Friday, Oct. 31, 2014, at Coventry Living Center in Sterling.

Shirley was born on Feb. 26, 1936, in Yorktown, the daughter of John and Lula (Harrison) Franks. She worked at Jack Mabley Center for several years as a mental health technician.

She was united in marriage to David Tompkins on April 12, 1952, in Rock Falls. She was a member of the Rock Falls American Legion Auxiliary for 60 years. Shirley enjoyed playing bingo, going to the boat, and spending time with her family.

She is survived by her husband, David Tompkins of Rock Falls; three sons, David C. Tompkins of Tampico, Dale D. (Rhonda) Tompkins of Prophetstown, and Paul A. Tompkins of Tampi-

co; nine grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; two brothers, Laverne (Bobbie) Franks and Clarence (Christine) Franks, both of Rock Falls; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by one son, John; one grandson, Dakota Dale; her parents; and eight brothers and sisters.

Visitation will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday at Garland Funeral Home in Tampico, and the funeral at 11 a.m.

Thursday at the funeral home, with Rev. Dalmus Meeks officiating. Burial will be in Tampico Memorial Cemetery.

A memorial has been established to Vitas Hospice.

Visit garlandfuneralhome.com to send condolences.

MOUNT MORRIS – Lois F. Anderson, 96, of Dixon, died Friday, Oct. 31, 2014, at Pine Crest Manor in Mount Morris.

She was born July 6, 1918, in Los Angeles, the daughter of William and Frances (LeBrand) Martin.

She married Stanley W. Anderson on Sept.

9, 1944, in Sioux City, Iowa. He preceded her in death Nov. 8, 1977.

She is survived by one daughter, Linda (Patrick) Schaefer-Jones of Dixon; one son, Peter (Barbara Dwyer) Anderson of Port Jervis, New York; five grandchildren, Jon Lynn (Rich Reedy) Schaefer of Evanston, Michael Ann Schaefer of Hayward, Wisconsin, Tim Anderson and Matt Anderson,

both of Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Lt. Col. Christine (David) Gangaware USAF of Monument, Colorado; six greatgrandchildren; and one sister, Virginia Trindl of Dana Point, California.

She also was preceded in death by a brother and a sister.

Memorial service will be held at 10 a.m.

Tuesday at the chapel at Heritage Square in Dixon. Burial of cremains will be at a later date at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery in St. Louis. A memorial has been established to Heritage Square.

Jones Funeral Home in Dixon is handling arrangements.

Visit thejonesfh.com to send condolences.

Ethel C. Emmert STERLING – Ethel C. Emmert, 84, died Friday, Oct. 31, 2014, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.

Ethel was born on Dec. 25, 1929, in Peterstown, the daughter of Henry and Mary (Walzer) Sondgeroth. She was employed for 26 years with BorgWarner in Dixon before retiring in 1995. Ethel loved being outdoors, working in her yard. She was very active in her faith and a member of St. Andrew Catholic Church in Rock Falls.

Survivors include two sons, John (Darla) Emmert and Keith

Emmert, both of Dixon.

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

Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Andrew Catholic Church in Rock Falls.

Celebration of the Mass of Christian burial will follow at 11 a.m., with Monsignor Thomas Dzielak officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery in Dixon.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established Visit mcdonaldfuneralhomes.com to send condolences.

Lewis L. Brunk STERLING – Lewis L. Brunk, 72, of Sterling, died Sunday, Nov. 2, 2014, at CGH Medical Center in Sterling.

McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls is handling arrangements.

ELECTION 2014 | ANALYSIS

Republicans mull strategy if they control Congress Many predict they will obtain majority Tuesday WASHINGTON (AP) – Republican control of the House and Senate seems tantalizingly close, so leading Republicans are turning to a matter often overlooked in campaigns: how to actually govern.

They say it will be crucial to show the GOP can legislate, lead and solve problems after years of lobbing political grenades at President Barack Obama and Senate Democrats.

If they add Senate control to their House dominance, Republicans say they will pass some bills that Obama is sure to veto, as they try to highlight their ideological differences with Democrats. But they also will push for changes in taxes, trade, regulations and other policies that both parties might accept.

“We have to prove in 2 years the Republican Congress can govern,” said Sen. Richard Burr, R-N.C. Republicans know their new majority might last only 2 years – assuming, that is, they first obtain it this fall by picking up at least six net seats, as many predict they will.

The 2016 Senate election map is far more favorable to Democrats. The contest to replace the term-limited president will add further distractions and uncertainty.

In interviews, GOP senators talked at times of an ambitious conservative push for fewer regulations, lower taxes and other long-held priorities. But they also outlined more pragmatic, modest agendas that might avoid Obama’s veto and the filibuster powers Senate Democrats will hold even if they’re consigned to the minority.

There was virtually no talk of balancing the budget, repealing Obama’s health care law or achieving similar GOP campaign pledges that prove politically impossible in Washington.

These senators noted that even small achievements will require levels of bipartisanship rarely seen these days.

“It’s very possible to get a number of things done if the president is willing to come to the table, and I believe he will,” said Sen. Rob Portman, R-Ohio.

Portman, a former White House budget director and U.S. trade representative, said goals should include lowering the 35 percent corporate tax rate, enhancing the president’s ability to make trade agreements, approving the Keystone XL pipeline and passing what he called responsible budget bills.

Significant numbers of Democrats and Republicans have shown interest in all these ideas, he said, and “we should focus on where we can find common ground.”

Leaders clash over Obama President urges Dems to reject GOP cynicism WASHINGTON (AP) – Claiming new momentum 48 hours before polls open across America, Republicans on Sunday assailed President Barack Obama in a final weekend push to motivate voters as Democrats deployed their biggest stars to help preserve an endangered Senate majority.

GOP officials from Alaska to Georgia seized on the president’s low approval ratings, which have overshadowed an election season in which roughly 60 percent of eligible voters are expected to stay home.

“This is really the last chance for America to pass judgment on the Obama administration and on its policies,” the GOP’s 2012 presidential nominee, Mitt Romney, said in a message echoed by Republicans across the country on the weekend.

The president has avoided the nation’s most competitive contests in recent weeks, but encouraged Democrats to reject Republican cynicism during a Sunday appearance with Connecticut Gov. Dannel Malloy.

“Despite all the cynicism America is making progress,” Obama said, imploring Democrats to vote on Tuesday. “Don’t stay home. Don’t let somebody else choose your future for you.”

While the elections will determine winners in all 435 House districts and in 36 governors’ seats, the national focus is on the Senate, where Republicans need to net six seats to

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President Barack Obama speaks Sunday to supporters during a rally for Connecticut Gov. Dannel P. Malloy’s re-election campaign at Central High School in Bridgeport, Connecticut. control the majority in the president,” head of the Congress that convenes in Democratic National January. The GOP already Committee, Rep. Debcontrols the House, and a bie Wasserman Schultz, Senate takeover could dra- D-Fla., said. “I think we’re matically change Obama’s going to win the Senate.” last 2 years in office.

In New Hampshire, forRepublicans appear cer- mer secretary of state tain of picking up at least Hillary Rodham Clinton three Senate seats – in headlined a rally for Gov. West Virginia, Montana Maggie Hassan and Sen. and South Dakota. Nine Jeanne Shaheen, a Demoother Senate contests are crat locked in a tough reconsidered competitive, election battle against forsix of them for seats in mer Massachusetts Sen. Democratic hands.

Scott Brown.

Democratic Party leadClinton, who is weighers are predicting victory ing a 2016 presidendespite disappointing tial bid, charged that polls.

Republicans are running “I’m very proud of this a campaign of fear.

“Fear is the last resort for those who have run out of ideas and hope,” she said in her first appearance in New Hampshire since October 2008.

And in Georgia, where Democrats see an opportunity to gain a seat in traditionally GOP territory, Republican David Perdue repeatedly called Democrat Michelle Nunn a “rubber stamp” for Obama during a Sunday debate.

Nunn mockingly told Perdue he sounds like he’s “running against the president.”

“You’re running against me, David,” Nunn said.

In Colorado, Democratic Sen. Mark Udall’s best hope remains a robust ground game. He made four stops at campaign offices to fire up door-knockers, reminding them, in classic Colorado fashion, to knock on doors before the Broncos game.

“We’re going to bring this one home in the next 72 hours,” Udall said in the suburb of Centennial, telling volunteers to disregard polls that find him narrowly trailing Republican Rep. Cory Gardner.

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ELECTION 2014 | GOVERNOR’S RACE

Rauner, Quinn campaign at Chicago churches Sunday was final day of early voting CHICAGO (AP) – Illinois’ major gubernatorial candidates used the last Sunday before Election Day making final pitches to cast early ballots at Chicago churches and in cities statewide, with Gov. Pat Quinn continuing his push to raise the minimum wage and Republican Bruce Rauner focusing on education.

Quinn, a Chicago Democrat, started his first of seven Chicago church visits at a black megachurch, where he noted his sup-

port of President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama to congregants. Both have made several appearances in Illinois for Quinn, including on Saturday, when the first lady attended a Quinn rally in Moline.

Quinn hit on one of his major campaign themes: raising the state’s $8.25 minimum wage to at least $10. He mixed in biblical verses and stories about Martin Luther King Jr.’s time in Chicago in his address to congregants of Apostolic Church of God. “This is a fundamental principle of social justice,” Quinn said of rais-

Gov. Pat Quinn

Bruce Rauner

ing the minimum wage when speaking to reporters afterward.

Sunday marked the final day of early voting in Illinois, and both candidates stressed it as a way to get base supporters to cast ballots in the run up to Election Day. The Tuesday matchup between Quinn, who’s seeking a second full term, and

Rauner, a venture capitalist seeking public office for the first time, is one of the most competitive governor’s races nationwide.

Rauner visited four Chicago churches before heading to East Alton, Peoria and Hickory Hills.

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie – who is also head of the Republican Governors Association – was scheduled to join Rauner in East Alton. Christie has been to Illinois several times for Rauner and other Republicans.

Rauner has campaigned on a promise to clean up Springfield and has said his background as a busi-

nessman will help him boost Illinois’ economic climate. He attended New Covenant Missionary Baptist Church on the city’s South Side with several family members, including his wife, Diana Rauner. She called education the “civil rights issue of our time.”

Bruce Rauner played up his years of donating to education and said he’d raise the minimum wage.

Rauner has changed his stance on minimum wage several times during the campaign, initially saying he’d cut it. He now backs an increase in conjunction with other reforms.

“I’m frustrated that our government in Springfield is not working for you,” he told the largely black congregation. “It’s not working for any family.”

Both candidates have planned statewide tours today, with Rauner slated to appear with former Republican Gov. Jim Edgar. Quinn said his tour would include stops in Chicago, Peoria, Rockford and Marion.

Libertarian candidate Chad Grimm of Peoria said he spent the weekend doing interviews and scheduled a Chicago news conference for this afternoon.

Republicans, Democrats make final push for crucial votes GOP officials believe the party balance is better than years past SPRINGFIELD (AP) – In the run-up to what could be the closest governor race in Illinois history, Republicans and Democrats are doing all they can to ensure friendly voters cast every possible ballot and their opponents not one extra.

As Democratic Gov. Pat Quinn and GOP businessman Bruce Rauner mounted their last getout-the-vote rallies, the state Republican Party began raising red flags about alleged voting irregularities – lodging complaints about everything from improperly calibrated voting machines in Rock Island to a Chicago alderwoman offering raffle prizes as an incentive to vote.

Whether those challenges spill into Tuesday, over individual ballots, could determine how quickly the governor’s race is

decided. Add a legal opinion from Attorney General Lisa Madigan that election authorities can’t begin tabulating early votes until the polls close, and it could be a recipe for a long night that pushes into Wednesday.

Rupert Borgsmiller, executive director of the Illinois State Board of Elections, said he’s noticed a lot more interest in citizens observing the electoral process prior to Election Day, including in-person early voting and the processing of mailed-in ballots.

“A lot of it’s being driven by the parties,” Borgsmiller said. “They pursue their constituency, and they want to ensure that people who aren’t entitled to vote don’t vote.”

Republicans see Tuesday as a chance to reclaim the governor’s office for the first time in more than a decade. Democrats are worried about a less-thanenthusiastic electorate in a midterm race, keenly aware that Quinn won in 2010 by just 32,000 votes

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A Board of Elections Investigator (left) helps voters cast their ballots during early voting in October 2008 in Chicago. In the run-up to what could be the closest governor’s race in Illinois history, Republicans and Democrats are doing all they can to ensure friendly voters cast every possible ballot and their opponents not one extra. out of 3.7 million cast.

That’s a margin only wider than the 5,074 votes with which former GOP Gov. James Thompson claimed victory over Democrat Adlai Stevenson III in 1982.

Republicans boasted of mounting an unprecedented “voter integrity” project this year, including

recruiting 5,000 electionday judges and observers in Democrat-heavy Chicago. Election officials say the effort fell slightly short, but GOP officials believe the party balance is better than years past.

“This election is too important to accept anything less than a 100 per-

cent fair, honest, and open election,” party spokesman Andrew Wellhouse said.

The GOP’s efforts continued Friday when party officials in Rock Island County filed their second lawsuit in a week, this one asserting that voting machines were automatically switching GOP votes to opposing Democrats.

A hearing is scheduled for Monday and the GOP is asking that every touchscreen machine in the county be re-calibrated in front of witnesses from both parties.

Cook County officials are looking into a Republican complaint that Chicago Alderwoman Leslie Hairston offered a drawing for gift cards to those who show they voted. She rescinded the offer when questioned about it, saying she had no intention of buying votes. They’re also asking the attorney general to investigate a get-out-the-vote rally by Pike County Democrats that appeared to offer door prizes.

U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin, who’s up for re-election against Republican state Sen. Jim Oberweis, said Democrats anticipated the uptick in Republican activity and “have a similar effort underway on the Democratic side.”

That includes volunteers and operatives visiting polling places to watch for any efforts to discourage voting, Durbin spokesman Ron Holmes said.

He added it also includes training sessions to bone up on election law for lawyers who volunteered, “the first time that there’s been such a wide net in terms of top-to-bottom” poll watching.

Whether it all translates into increased ballot challenges Tuesday remains to be seen. A voter whose qualifications are challenged can still vote provisionally, with his or her ballot sealed in a separate box and the vote counted after the election authority determines whether he’s eligible, within 2 weeks of the election.

ILLINOIS

Data show salaries increasing at U of I URBANA (AP) – A review of data from the University of Illinois’ Urbana-Champaign campus shows salaries are increasing.

Payroll increased by about 3 percent, and more people are earning $150,000 or more, The Champaign NewsGazette reported. The school released salary data to media outlets in response to Freedom of

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Total campus payroll for the fiscal year ending in June 2015 is $631.2 million. The biggest paychecks on campus go to the Illini football and basketball coaches, while other top earners are deans and administrators.

The campus has 32 employees who earn $300,000 or more, up from 22 in fall 2012. The

campus has 537 employees who earn $150,000 or more, 65 more than 2 years ago. The Illini athletic department has two dozen of those $150,000plus employees, and 10 are on the football staff.

University administrators appear to be earning more money, too. Figures show 83 members earn $150,000 or more, an increase from 65 in fall 2012.

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EDITORIALS FROM YESTERYEAR | 1964

From our archives: Reagan speech excites GOP faithful Note to readers – Sauk Valley Media reprints editorials and articles from the past as a regular Monday feature. The following items appeared in the Telegraph on Oct. 29, Nov. 2, 4 and 7, 1964.

What we thought: 50 years ago

Great job by Ronald Reagan

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e hope that everyone in America heard and saw Ronald Reagan in his nationwide television talk Tuesday evening. “Dutch,” as he was always called when he lived and grew up in Dixon, has made us so very proud, and we feel in our hearts that he made everyone in America feel the same way.

“Ronnie,” who has made his fame as an actor, was not acting last evening – he was for real.

Our only regret is that his wonderful mother wasn’t living so that she might have heard her son give that wonderful talk for his friend, Barry Goldwater. His mother would have been the proudest mother in the land.

Ronald Reagan is a dedicated American and a conservative. His dedication to everything that is good for his country has given him great stature, not only in Hollywood and California, but to the nation as well. His conduct in life has done much to endear him to the public.

We would like to suggest that the Republican Party could very well have use for this fine man and he would be an asset to the party as a congressman or senator. We even dare to recommend that one day, Ronald Reagan would be a splendid choice for president, and we mean this in all sincerity.

Dixon, Illinois, is proud to call him “our boy.” – Oct. 29, 1964

Reagan Foundation

Ronald Reagan delivered, on Oct. 27, 1964, a nationwide televised speech on behalf of GOP presidential candidate Barry Goldwater.

So impressed by the speech was a Telegraph editor that he opined on Oct. 29, 1964, that Reagan would, someday, be a “splendid choice for president, and we mean this in all sincerity.”

Vote tomorrow!

The election tomorrow could very well be a turning point in the history of America.

This could very well be the election of Hubert Humphrey as president of the United States. The people should solemnly think this over before they go to the polls. Lyndon Johnson suffered a massive heart attack [on July 2, 1955] but lived.

The next one could be fatal.

If this should happen, the socialists would take over lock, stock, and barrel because Hubert Humphrey was one of the co-founders of the A.D.A., one of the most radical left-wing organizations in America. ...

Regardless of your political faith, it is your inherent right to vote.

Go to the polls tomorrow and exercise that right! – Nov. 2, 1964

Bales is also the county Republican chairman.

Unofficial returns from all of the county’s 41 precincts showed Dixon LBJ landslide outpolling Bales by Margin is record about 1,371 votes. The 15 million unofficial count gives Dixon 8,570 votes to By the Associated Press 7,199 for Bales. ...

WASHINGTON – LynDixon, in his first try don B. Johnson’s smashfor public office, will be ing landslide in the electhe first Democrat to tion sent his popularity serve as the Lee County margin soaring toward a state’s attorney since record 15 million votes Edward Jones, of Dixon, today. In triumph, he was elected to the post in called for a united Ameri- 1932. Jones served until ca facing the world as one. 1940. – Nov. 4, 1964 In late morning, the Please pass one state still in doubt was Arizona, home of the aspirin Republican Barry GoldThe election is over, water who was deluged and the people have spoin the coast-to-coast tide ken out in no uncertain of votes returning Johnwords. son to the White House.

The Dixon Telegraph Goldwater was leading in has no apologies to make, Arizona.

We were proud to back Goldwater conceded the entire Republican his crushing defeat to ticket, and we would do President Johnson late the same all over again. this morning. ...

We were happy that Lee Johnson had won 44 County remained in the states and the District Republican column, with of Columbia for a total one exception, the office of 486 electoral votes. of state’s attorney.

He needed 270 to win.

We are proud to have Goldwater had five states backed James E. Bales, if – Louisiana, Mississippi, for no other reason than Alabama, Georgia and that he is honest. He has South Carolina – for a served as state’s attortotal of 47. … – Nov. 4, ney for 12 years, and the 1964 same thing that has hap-

Dixon in Lee upset

GOP loses office after 24 years In what is perhaps the most shocking political upset in the history of Lee County, Democrat Henry S. Dixon last night was swept into the office of the state’s attorney, when a multitude of Republican voters split their ballots and Democrats voted the straight ticket.

Dixon defeated longtime incumbent Republican James E. Bales for the office. In addition to being Lee County state’s attorney for 12 years,

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Jennifer Baratta Jim Dunn Sam R Fisher Sheryl Gulbranson Larry Lough

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

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pened to a number of other state’s attorneys in other counties has happened to James Bales. He did such an outstanding job in this office prosecuting and winning convictions that he was bound to work up quite a “hate” list between all the convicted parties and their relatives. ...

We congratulate Henry Dixon and sincerely hope that he will run the office successfully and will conduct the business of the office by himself, as Mr. Bales did, without extra expense to the county by hiring other lawyers. ... – Nov. 7, 1964

WASHINGTON – There are a few givens about mail: It’s not much fun anymore – even grandmothers remembering your birthday know about direct deposit; everybody likes the mail carrier, who waves to you whether you have flu, chicken pox or Ebola; everybody wants Saturday deliveries.

Oh, yes. Forever stamps – what are those all about?

If you keep dozens of stamps issued years ago, you’ll pay a little less to mail a letter today. But if you are like most people, you buy a few stamps and then post your letters.

But the big news about the U.S. Postal Service is that it is monitoring our mail. Incompetently and intrusively.

According to a “surveillance audit” done by the postal inspector general (a person of great power but no gun), which the sleuths at The New York Times uncovered, nearly 50,000 requests from law enforcement officials for mail monitoring were approved last year. Often, no reason was given.

Sometimes there wasn’t even a written request.

Naturally, this stems from the excesses of the Patriot Act after the 9/11 attacks. I can hear your sighs. Well, whatever.

They already read our emails and listen to our phones. Of course, they check our mail.

SADLY, MOST OF OUR mail isn’t all that interesting any more. It’s the same bills, fliers, magazines, catalogs, advertising circulars and appeals for money we got last week and will get again next week and the week after that. Etc. Etc. Etc. Right now we’re all getting piles of election mail but apparently that’s not a crime and the government already knows about it.

Does the government think the terrorists write each other about their plans? “Hey, Ahmed, we’re all set for that bombing thing we talked about.”

So many Americans get gun magazines, those can’t possibly be of any use to the authorities.

But the authorities, who make the rules, say they find gold mines of information by reading addresses and such, learning about financial irregu-

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

Contact her at amcfeatters@nationalpress.com.

larities, pornography and fraud, among other criminal acts. Apparently, they are not supposed to hold envelopes up to the light or steam them open without a warrant. We must have faith they wouldn’t do that.

The Times found, possibly unsurprisingly, that the incompetence of the Post Office caused it to process law enforcement requests far too late (terrorists and creepy neighbors had long moved on) or gave the same tracking number to different requests.

IT GETS EVEN BETTER. The Postal Service posted the audit concluding that its incompetence could hamper legitimate investigations and even “harm the Postal Service’s brand” on its own website! Who could make this up!

It may not surprise you that the Postal Service says it doesn’t have enough money because so many people are using the Internet and calling each other instead of mailing letters. (And Amazon hasn’t even started using drones to deliver its goods yet.)

So the Postal Service keeps seeking higher prices for stamps and mailing stuff.

Did you know that the Postal Service uses a mail imaging program to photograph the exterior of every piece of paper mail sent in the United States?

Do you suppose real people have to check all those images? Talk about bad jobs! On the other hand, just monitoring the mail of any average American household would be tedious enough.

Not to worry. This is the official response: “The U.S. Postal Service will continue to ensure the sanctity and privacy of the U.S. Mail and protect the safety of its employees and customers.” Whew!

Concerned about its “brand,” the Postal Service undoubtedly soon will start its national advertising campaign about mailing those holiday cards and packages early. Don’t fret about carefully wrapping them.

The Postal Service will make that task moot.

Vote as you please, but please vote Tuesday.

Polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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Grandpa’s to-do list creates special family day Dear Abby, I am a 62-year-old grandfather of a 5-yearold granddaughter. The other day, I had her for the entire day. I decided to make a list of the things we were to accomplish throughout the course of the day. It turned out to be a great success. After completing each task, she would ask, “What’s next on the list?”

The first item, No. 1, was to do our “strong” (that’s what we call exercise).

No. 2 was to write her alphabet and numbers.

No. 3 was to “go on an adventure” (that’s what we call walking the dog and exploring the nearby field).

Nos. 4, 5 and 6 – go to the bank, get the car washed, then go to the

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park to swing, slide, etc.

After the park, she asked if we could go to our favorite restaurant across the street. I replied, “How did you know that was next on the list?” Her expression was priceless.

After lunch, we went home and did No. 8 – another adventure, which was take the dogs for a walk again. No. 9

was painting time (what 5-year-old doesn’t like to paint?). After cleaning up, it was time for No. 10, wash the dishes and Swiffer the floor. No. 11 she could choose something to do. We spent the next 2 hours playing with her dolls.

At about 5:30, my daughter came to pick her up from an exhausted grandpa. Lists will be part of our routine from now on. I slept like a log that night and hope to have many nights and days just like it in the future.

– Grandpa Robert in Lexington, Kentucky Dear Grandpa Robert, Your grandchild is lucky not only to have such a loving and dedicated grandpa, but also

one with your stamina.

I sometimes hear from grandparents – and other adults – who ask me for suggestions about how to better connect with their young children. Your letter is a road map that will take them in the right direction.

behaved badly. Ralph has sincerely tried to apologize, but Jim refuses to speak to him.

It breaks my heart to see how much this has upset my husband. I am still Facebook friends with Jim, and every time I see him online I’m tempted to say something to him, Dear Abby, but so far I have resisted.

During one of their “stay Would it be crossing the up all night drinking beer line for me to reach out and talking” sessions 6 and see if he’ll talk to me months ago, my husband, about this? Or should I “Ralph,” and his best stay out of it? friend of more than 20 – Hopeful Peacemaker years, “Jim,” had a huge in Arizona fight. They haven’t spoken since.

Dear Hopeful PeaceRalph has tried at least maker, three times to contact I know you mean well, Jim by phone and email but it would be a mistake with no response. If to put yourself in the midRalph’s version of the dle. Whatever happened story is true, they both between your husband

and his friend must have been a doozy.

You state that this happened during one of their all-night drinking and talking sessions. To me this indicates that one or both of them may have alcohol issues that need to be addressed. This is what should be mentioned, but only to your spouse. If the loss of his long-standing friendship has been painful enough, he may be willing to listen.

Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips. Contact Dear Abby at www.DearAbby.com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069.

SUPPORT GROUPS, CLUBS, AND SERVICES Tuesday, Nov. 4 Childhood immunization clinic; women, infants and children clinic; and family planning services, all by appointment only, Lee County Health Department, 309 S. Galena Ave., Suite 100, Dixon, 815-284-3371.

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

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

Golden K Kiwanis, 9 a.m., Dixon Senior Center, 100 W. Second St. Gaffey Home Nursing and Hospice blood pressure clinic, 9 a.m.- noon, Kroger, 2301 Locust St., Sterling, 815-6263467.

Whiteside County Senior Center outreach caseworker, 9:30-10:30 a.m., Prophet Manor, 411 W. Second St., Prophetstown, 815-622-9230.

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

Free blood pressure clinic, 10-11:30 a.m., Oregon Living & Rehab Center, 811 S. 10th St. Blood pressure checks, 10 a.m., Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon, 815-732-3252.

Commodities, 10-11 a.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815622-9230.

Senior Information Services, 10 a.m. to noon, Heritage Center, 106 S. Broad St., Lanark, 800-541-5479.

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

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

pin Ave., Dixon.

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

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

Sterling Rotary Club, noon-1 p.m., YWCA of the Sauk Valley, 412 First Ave., Sterling.

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

Reality Check Narcotics Anonymous, noon, 6 p.m., First Christian Church, 506 Fifth Ave., Rock Falls, 779-245-8214.

Downstairs, west door.

Low Vision Group, 1:30 p.m., Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon, 815-732-3253.

Kids Coping With Cancer, 3:30 p.m., Home of Hope Cancer Wellness Center, 1637 Plock Road, Dixon, 815-288-4673.

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

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group, 5:30 p.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling.

Twin City Educational Scholarship Board meeting, 6 p.m., YWCA of the Sauk Valley, 412 First Ave., Sterling, 815-6257237.

Breast Cancer Networking Group, 6 p.m., Home of Hope Cancer Wellness Center, 1637 Plock Road, Dixon, 815-2884673.

TOPS 253, 6-7:30 p.m., Good Neighbor Care, 2705 Avenue E, Sterling, 815-622-2820.

School Of Love In Deliverance Substance Abuse Group, 6:30 p.m., closed, The Worship Center, 403 N. Ottawa Ave., Dixon, 815-284-1340.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7

p.m., closed, 606 Brown Ave., Ashton.

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

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

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

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

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

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7:30 p.m., closed, Village of Progress, 710 S. 13th St., Oregon.

Rock Falls Eastern Star, 8 p.m., 117 Second, Rock Falls.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., home meeting, closed, call 815284-2589.

Al-Anon and Alateen, 8 p.m., private dining room, KSB Hospital, 102 S. Hennepin Ave., Dixon.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., closed, All Saints Lutheran Church, 624 Luther Drive, Byron.

Volunteer Care Center of Lee County, 403 E. First St., Dixon.

Appointment: 815-284-9555.

Wednesday, Nov. 5 Childhood immunization clinic; women, infants and children clinic; and family planning services, all by appointment only, Lee County Health Department, 309 S. Galena Ave., Suite 100, Dixon, 815-284-3371.

WIC nutritional, educational, and coupon pickup, Lee County Health Department, 309 S. Galena Ave., Suite 100, Dixon, 815-284-3371.

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

Dixon Correctional retiree breakfast, 8 a.m., Rivers Edge

Inn, 2303 W. First St., Dixon.

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

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

Whiteside County Senior Center outreach caseworker, 9-10 a.m., Erie Public Library, 802 Eighth Ave., 815-622-9230.

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

Representative from Rock River Center in Oregon, 9:3011 a.m., Hub City Senior Center, 401 Cherry Ave., Rochelle, 815562-5050.

Senior Information Services, 10 a.m.-noon, Community United Church of Christ, 346 Chicago Ave., Savanna, 800541-5479.

Rules of the Road refresher class, 10 a.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-622-9230.

Whiteside County Health Department free blood pressure clinic, 10-11 a.m., People’s National Bank, 112 Main St., Tampico.

Free blood pressure check, 11 a.m.-noon, Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-622-9230.

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

Whiteside County Health Department free blood pressure clinic, 11 a.m.-noon, Robert Fulton Community Center and Transit Facility, 912 Fourth St., Fulton.

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

Reality Check Narcotics Anonymous, noon, 6 p.m., First Christian Church, 506 Fifth Ave., Rock Falls, 779-245-8214.

Downstairs, west door.

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

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

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

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

Free blood pressure check, 1-3 p.m., Amboy Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, 15 W. Wasson Road, Amboy, 815-8572550.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 1:30 p.m., closed, Rochelle Community Hospital, 900 N. Second St. American Red Cross blood drive, 2-6 p.m., 112 W. Second St., Rock Falls. Appointment: 815-625-0382.

American Red Cross blood drive, 2-7 p.m., Paw Paw High School, 511 Chapman St. Appointments: 800-733-2767.

Medicare Part D program, 2:30 p.m., Lee County Council on Aging, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, 815-288-9236.

Women’s Support Group, 5-6:30 p.m., Choices Domestic Violence Program office, 203 W. Market St., Mount Carroll.

Overeaters Anonymous, 5:30 p.m., Lee County Council on Aging, 100 W. Second St., Dixon.

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

YWCA sexual abuse survivors women’s group, 5:30-7

p.m., second floor, 115 W. First St., Dixon, bbraid@ywsauk.or or 815-625-0333.

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

Men’s Cancer Group, 6 p.m., Home of Hope Cancer Wellness Center, 1637 Plock Road, Dixon, 815-288-4673.

Living Well With Diabetes Support Group, 6:30 p.m., Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon, 815-732-3252.

AWANA, 6:30-8 p.m., 3 years through sixth grade, Northside Baptist Church, 598 River Lane, Dixon, 815-288-5212.

Carroll County Fair Board, 7 p.m., Milledgeville Bank basement, 451 N. Main Ave., 815244-9444.

Touched By Suicide ... Survivors Gather, 7 p.m., Hospice of the Rock River Valley, 264 state Route 2, Dixon, 815-438-2345.

Dixon Sports Boosters Club Board meeting, 7 p.m., Dixon High School, 300 Lincoln Statue Drive.

American Legion Post 12, 7 p.m., 1120 W. First St., Dixon, 815-284-2003.

Wednesday worship at the barn, 7 p.m., Chaplin Creek Village, 1715 Whitney Road, Franklin Grove.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., open, Immanuel Lutheran Church, 560 U.S. Route 52, Amboy.

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

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

Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., closed, Polo Town Hall, 117 N. Franklin Ave. Whiteside County Soil and Water Conservation District Board meeting, 8 p.m., United States Department of Agriculture Building, 16255 Liberty St., Morrison.

ert Fulton Community Center and Transit Facility, 912 Fourth St., Fulton, 815-589-3925 Bingo, Dixon Elks Lodge No. 779, 4:30 p.m. doors open, 5:30 p.m. kitchen opens and 6:30 p.m. bingo begins, 1279 Franklin

Grove Road, Dixon, 815-2883557. No computers.

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

COMMUNITY EVENTS Monday, Nov. 3 Open pool, open cards, open Wii games, and computer lab, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-622-9230.

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

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

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

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

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

Situation Room, 10 a.m., Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th Ave., Oregon, 815-732-3252.

Zumba class, 10:30 a.m., Lee

County Council on Aging, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, 815-2889236.

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

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

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

Pinochle, noon, 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.

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

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

County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-6229230.

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

Rummy, 1 p.m., Robert Fulton

Community Center and Transit Facility, 912 Fourth St., Fulton, 815-589-3925 Tacos, 4-8 p.m., Latin American Social Club, 2708 W. Fourth St., Sterling, 815-625-8290.

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How to tell partner which suit to lead

Grizzwells by Bill Schorr

Raymond Teller wrote in a letter, “We did not start as friends, but as people who respected and admired each other. Crucial, absolutely crucial for a partnership.”

He was talking about Penn Jillette and himself, but he could have been discussing bridge players. In particular, it is important to trust your partner’s cards when you are on defense.

How should East-West card to defeat three spades? What do you think of the auction?

In the bidding, South sensibly overcalled one spade. (A few players would have intervened with one no-trump to describe their hand strength. It is much better to look for a spade fit first and keep no-trump on the back burner.) Over one spade,

West should have made a negative double to show his minorsuit length. When he passed, North made a pre-emptive jump raise to show four-card support and a weak hand.

(With at least game-invitational values, North would have cuebid two hearts.) South was tempted to bid higher, but with those potentially useless diamond honors, he wisely passed.

Against three spades, West led his heart. East wasn’t sure that it was a singleton, but just in case, she won with her ace and returned the queen, her highest heart being a suitpreference signal for diamonds, the higher-ranking of the other two side suits.

West ruffed away declarer’s heart king and shifted to his diamond five, low guaranteeing at least one honor in the suit.

East won with her ace and cashed the heart jack, West discarding the club two. Now East returned a diamond to defeat the contract, although a fourth heart would have worked also. © 2014 UFS

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SPACE TOURISM

Virgin disaster a reminder of fatal ’07 explosion Blast killed 3 people, injured 3 more during test for vehicle that crashed MOJAVE, Calif. (AP) – The loss of an experimental spaceship that broke up over the Mojave Desert, killing one pilot and seriously injuring another, has renewed criticism of the way the craft’s designer and Virgin Galactic handled a deadly explosion 7 years ago.

Space enthusiasts watching Virgin Galactic’s race to send tourists on suborbital flights have complained for years about a 2007 explosion that killed three people on

the ground and critically injured three others during a ground test in the development of a rocket engine for the same vehicle that crashed Friday.

“Now we’ve got another person killed, another person seriously injured.

So we’ve got a lot that has hurt the industry,” said Geoff Daly, an engineer who has filed complaints with several federal agencies over the use of nitrous oxide to power the ship’s engine.

SpaceShipTwo tore

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A tank, part of wreckage of SpaceShipTwo, lies near the site where the Virgin Galactic space tourism rocket, exploded and crashed Friday in Mojave, California. apart Friday after the craft detached from the underside of its jet-powered mothership and

fired its rocket engine for a test flight. Authorities have not given any indication what caused the

accident. National Transportation Safety Board investigators were on the scene Sunday. The agency could take up to a year to issue a final report.

Daly was co-author of a critical report on the 2007 incident at Scaled Composites, the company owned by Northrop Grumman Corp. that designed SpaceShipTwo. The report was critical of Virgin’s claims that nitrous oxide was safe to use in engines for passenger flight, and it complained that the public was never given a full accounting of what happened.

“Something is wrong

here,” Daly said Sunday.

“We offered to talk, give our experience. It was either ignored or totally dismissed.”

Virgin Galactic CEO George Whitesides issued a statement Sunday to tamp down conjecture about the cause of the crash.

“Now is not the time for speculation,” he said.

“Now is the time to focus on all those affected by this tragic accident and to work with the experts at the NTSB, to get to the bottom of what happened on that tragic day, and to learn from it so that we can move forward safely with this important mission.”

ANNUAL STATEMENT OF AFFAIRS SUMMARY FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2014 Copies of the detailed Annual Statement of Affairs for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2014 will be available for public inspection in the school district/joint agreement administrative office by December 1, 2014. Individuals wanting to review this Annual Statement of Affairs should contact:

Also by January 15, 2015 the detailed Annual Statement of Affairs for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2014, will be posted on the Illinois State Board of Education’s website @ www.isbe.net.

SUMMARY: The following is the Annual Statement of Affairs Summary that is required to be published by the school district/joint agreement for the past fiscal year.

GROSS PAYMENT FOR CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL 1-25,000 ATOR, RYAN S; BADGER, AMY B.; BEARD, NATASHA A.; BIEDERSTEDT, CARL; BLANFORD, ADRIANA E.; BLOEMKER, ROBERT; BOLL, RANDEE L; BRANDON, STANLEY H.; BUA, KATHY J.; BUBRICK, JENNIFER C; CAPASSOBERG, CARLA; CHILDERS, JENNIFER; DAVIS, MINDY K.; DEVINE, KARA A.; DUNKLAU, JANIS; EDDINGER, SHARI L; ENLOW, MEGAN; FORD, LAURA P.; GABBERT, KELLY; GABRIEL, ANNA A.; HANES, DAVID; HOFMANN, JOHN; HOMB, ALEXA; HORTON, MELISSA; JONES, NATHAN A.; KLOCKE, JAN; KOEHLER, NICOLE; KRUGER, HAILEY N.; KUEHL, JENNIFER; LAIRD, KRISTIN N.; LAIRD, ROBERT G.; LAKE, ROBERT M.; LEATHER, ANDREA E.; LEFFELMAN, KATHERINE L.; LUTHER, BRUCE E.; MCCULLOUGH, STACIE; MEKEEL, THERESA; MESSER, MURIEL M.; MESSINA, ALI; PADILLA, SARA E.; PHILLIPS, STEVEN W.; POLTE, KELSEY E.; POMAZAL, JANE A; SAUNDERS, JORDAN E.; SAUNDERS, LEAH E.; SCHMIDT, MEG E.; SCHOLL, KATHY; SHANYFELFT, JESSICA; STADEL, DAVID A; STASTNY, SUSAN C.; TENNYSON, CHRIS J.; TERRANOVA, BROOKE; THORNTON, JULIA T.; TUCKER, MICHAEL C.; TUMLESON, MAUREEN E.; VIVIAN, RICHARD; ZIMMERMAN, ERIC J 25,000 - 39,999 BABIN, HELEANNA G.; BAKER, KRIS M.; BROWN, JENNIFER L.; DAVIS, JENNIFER L.; DOANE, AMY J.; EASTMAN, LEE A.; FASSIG, LAURA A.; FOX, ALLISON R.; GEEVES, NATHAN J.; GLENN, KELLIE K.; HALL, JENNIFER R.; HEIM, CARMEN L.; HOLLOWELL, ALISHA K.; JOHNSTON, JENNIFER; KINGRY, DORRAINE L.; OLSON, MARGARET; OLSON, MICHAEL W.; PARTINGTON, ELIZABETH L.; PIERCE-BECK, CHARLA S.; PITTMAN, EMILY E.; ROGERS, CANDICE L.; THOMPSON, JODI L.; WADE, KARA E. 40,000-59,999 ANDERSON, JESSICA R.; BALLY, MICHELLE R.; BISHOP, CHRISTOPHER M.; BREEDLOVE, AMANDA S.; BRIGL, JAMIE M.; BROUILETTE, JOHN N.; CHUICH, CHRISTINE S.; CONDERMAN, KIMBERLY A.; CONKLEN, DIANE K.; DALLAS, MARANDA J.; DELHOTAL, LEIGH M.; DILLON, JUDITH A.; DIR, BETH A.; DURALL, TRACY A.; DURBAND, PAULA K.; EBERT, AMY N.; ENGELKES, SHANA M.; FANE, JUDITH K.; FERGUSON, MOLLY S.; FITZANKO, WENDY L.; GASSO, JENNIFER J.; GILLESPIE, RITA A.; GINGRAS, KELLY S.; GUTHRIE-HAMMES, MELISSA J.; HENNINGS, SCOTT M.; HODSON, STEVE P.; HOUCK, PHYLLIS A.; HOYLE, LISA M.; KARPER, JULIE S; KING, CARRIE M.; LANGLOSS, EVA A.; LESAGE, RACHEL E; LIND, CANDACE J.; MALO, RYAN E.; MARCINIEC, JILL M.; MASTERS, JEFF A.; MAUCH, MARTHA L.; MEAD, JASON L.; MEUSEL, JESSICA J; MORSE, JENNIFER K.; PACE, ADDIE L.; PAGE, JENNIFER A.; PATE-CLEVENGER, REBECCA; PENAFLOR, MARGARET E.; PETERSON, BRANT N.; PETERSON, MARIA J.; PRESCOTT-ADELL, JACQUELYN S.; PRINTZ, KIMBERLY A.; RAMIREZ, CARIE J; RAVLIN, LUKE; RENKES, BRIGITTE M.; REUL, KELLY R.; ROSENTHAL, RYAN T.; ROY, CHRISTINE N.; SCOTT, RONDA M.; SHIPPERT, BRIAN C.; SIMPSON, DANIELLE M.; SPANGLER, ASHLEY M.; SPINDEN, MICHELLE E.; SPRINGMAN, AMY R.; STUMPENHORST, LINDSY M.; WHITCOMBE, RENI A.; WIRCHNIANSKI, NADIA M.; WOODWARD, BRANDON H.; ZIMMERMAN, RYAN W. 60,000-89,999 ALSTON, JILL L.; AXELSON, JON A.; BEAN, ANN L.; BORK, KIMBERLY D.; BUCHANAN, KATHLEEN S.; BUIKEMA, CANDACE M.; BURGESS, JASON L.; BUSHMAN, ELIZABETH A.; CAHILL, FRANCIS J.; CHAMBERLAIN, KAREN F.; CLARK, JEFFREY J.; COLLINS, GREER R.; COUNTRYMAN, BONNIE J.; COX, PATTY; CRAWFORD, DANIEL J.; DEWEY, KEELY A.; DRIVER, BONNIE S.; DROEGE-VILLEGAS, DEANNE K.; EDDY, AARON C.; EMPEN, JON M.; EWERS, DENISE Y.; FERGUSON, ERIC B.; FIORINI, DANIEL L.; GALE, JENNIFER A.; GARDNER-KINSELLA, LISA A.; GAULKE, LAURA M.; GOULD, JEFFREY W.; GUENTHER, LISA A.; HALLQUIST, PATRICIA L.; HAMER, JO ANN; HANSEN, STACEY A.; HILL, TAMARA S.; JACOBSON, SHELLEY R.; JOHNSON, MARSHA K.; JOHNSON, RUTH E.; JOHNSON, SUSAN D.; KITZMAN, TRACY A.; KOCH KIRCHNER , JENNIFER R.; KOSICK, JANE; LAUER, SUSAN M.; LINDENMIER, LARRY J; LONGAN, LYNN M; LYONS, KAREN O; MAGNAFICI, MATTHEW M.; MATHEWSON, CAROL J.; MAUCH, DARWIN J.; MCMAHON, CAMELA M.; MCWETHY, MARTHA E; MINTUN, MARCIA A.; MORRISON, KATHY L.; MORTHLAND, TAMMI L.; MUNSON, KIMBERLY A.; PADILLA, N.THOMAS; PALMER, HEIDI A.; PEARSON, GEORGIA L.; PORTER, SCOTT A.; PRICE, KAREN J.; RANDICK, DON S.; RICKS, DOLPH L.; SAGEL, JOSEPH B; SANTOS, MICHAEL A.; SCHEIDEGGER, BRIAN R.; SCHULDT, LOU A.; SCOTT, AMY M.; SEIBEL, GARY T.; SHAFER, ALICE M.; SMITH, DAVID H.; SODERGREN-BAAR, SANDRA K.; SPENCER, LESLI E.; STANLEY, DAVID M.; STANLEY, KIM S.; TERROCK, DENISE A.; THORPE, T. 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GAY RIGHTS

Evangelical college stance causes uproar Many conservative religious institutions struggle to find place as opinions change WENHAM, Mass. (AP) – D. Michael Lindsay thought he was on safe political ground when he signed the letter.

President Barack Obama was about to expand job protection for gays employed by federal contractors. Under the proposed changes, faith-based charities with federal grants worried they could lose the right to hire and fire according to their religious beliefs. Religious leaders flooded the White House with pleas to maintain or broaden the exemption.

Among them was one endorsed by Lindsay, president of Gordon College, a small evangelical school, and 13 evangelical and Roman Catholic leaders.

In the end, Obama left the existing exemption in place. But it was no victory for Lindsay.

His stand last July came at a cost – to him and the school – that he never anticipated: bro-

ken relationships with nearby cities, the loss of a key backer for a federal grant, a review by the regional college accrediting agency, and campus protest and alumni pushback over whether the school should maintain its ban on “homosexual practice” as part of its life and conduct standards.

“I signed the letter as a way of trying to show my personal support,” Lindsay said during an interview at the Wenham campus, about 25 miles north of Boston. “Obviously, if I had known the response that in particular Gordon College would receive, I wouldn’t sign.”

Lindsay had learned the hard way just how much gay rights had been dividing members of his own community and driving a wedge between his school and local communities.

Gordon is among the many conservative reli-

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Wallenda completes skyscraper wire walks Thousands line streets to watch tightrope act CHICAGO (AP) – Daredevil Nik Wallenda wowed Chicago and the world Sunday with two hair-raising skyscraper crossings on high wires without a safety net or a harness.

Thousands of cheering fans packed the streets around the city’s Marina City towers to watch the 35-year-old heir to the Flying Wallendas’ family business complete the back-to-back walks, including one wearing a blindfold.

As he stepped from the wire after completing the second leg, he tore off his blindfold and waved to the crowd below that erupted in cheers.

The spectacle was telecast almost-live on the Discovery Channel, so producers could cut away if Wallenda fell.

Wearing a bright red jacket, Wallenda tested the tension of the first wire. It took him more than 6 minutes to walk the 454-foot stretch from the Marina City west tower to the top of a building on the other side of the river. The tightrope began at 588 feet from the ground and ended at 671 feet – a 19-degree incline.

“I love Chicago, and Chicago definitely loves me,” said Wallenda as he walked the wire, with

the crowd of thousands screaming in support. “What an amazing roar!”

Nik The next Wallenda stage of Wallenda’s high-wire event he undertook blindfolded – a 94-foot walk, 543 feet from the ground, between the two Marina City towers, Chicago landmarks with Hollywood credits. At a fast clip, he made the stretch in little more than a minute.

At around 6:40 p.m., just minutes before the anticipated start of his highwire feat, Wallenda, who lives in Florida, said the chilly conditions in Chicago would not stall him.

“Yes, there’s some wind, yes it’s cool, but it’s not unbearable,” he said.

Chicago city officials ignored a state law requiring safety nets for aerial acts higher than 20 feet, saying the law wasn’t intended for “elite” performers like him.

Two of his previous televised tightrope walks – over the brink of Niagara Falls in 2012 and across the Little Colorado River Gorge in 2013 – drew about 13 million viewers each.

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Gordon College President D. Michael Lindsay poses for a photo Sept. 10 in his office on campus in Wenham, Massachusetts. Gordon College is among the many conservative religious institutions struggling to find their place in a landscape rapidly changing in favor of gay rights. gious institutions strug- re-evaluated according gling to find their place to new terms. in a landscape rapidly After coming under changing in favor of fire for its ban on hirgay rights. Their view of ing faculty in same-sex marriage as the union relationships, Eastern of one man and one Mennonite University woman is being chal- in Virginia decided this lenged not only from year to delay a decision outside, but also from on whether to uphold within their own faith the policy, which means c o m m u n i t i e s , a n d it won’t be enforced for once-comfortable part- now. World Vision, a nerships with public Christian international organizations are being relief agency based in

Washington State, said last March it would hire employees in gay marriages, but quickly backtracked after drawing condemnation from evangelical leaders and losing thousands of donors. At several evangelical colleges, students have formed advocacy groups for gay acceptance, such as OneWheaton, at Wheaton College in Illinois.

Lindsay’s support for an exemption from a civil right for gays unleashed long-simmering campus tensions over the school’s assertion that it has created a safe place for lesbian and gay students, while maintaining a conduct policy that singles them out. The school bars sex outside of marriage for everyone in the Gordon community, while also specifically banning “homosexual practice.” OneGordon, a group for gay students, alumni and their allies, is now pressing the college to eliminate the language.

“There should be the same sexual ethic for

LGBT and heterosexual students,” said Paul O. Miller, an alumnus and co-founder of OneGordon.

The uproar over Lindsay’s letter also prompted local community leaders to take another look at Gordon’s policies. The college hires gays and lesbians, but because of the ban on “homosexual practice,” effectively requires them to be celibate.

Mayor Kim Driscoll of Salem responded by ending Gordon’s contract to manage the city’s Old Town Hall.

Salem’s Peabody Essex Museum ended its academic relationship with the school and withdrew support for Gordon’s grant application to the National Endowment for the Humanities. The New England Association of Schools & Colleges started a review of the controversy.

Some community leaders said they didn’t know before that Gordon was an evangelical institution, or didn’t fully understand what that meant.

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SYRIA

Country truncated, battered – but defiant Nation still firmly under Assad’s grip

Photos by Philip Marruffo/pmarruffo@saukvalley.com

Kelton Schwanberger sorts through desserts Saturday morning as volunteers from St. Paul Lutheran Church in Dixon prepare for the Mobile Food Pantry from River Bend Foodbank. The event sponsored by ADM helped feed more than 100 area families.

RIGHT: A wagon filled with donated food leaves to fill a family’s vehicle at the food pantry.

BELOW: Darell Diveley carries boxes of food from the River Bend Foodbank on Saturday.

TARTOUS, Syria (AP) – Syrian businessmen start from scratch after their shops and factories were destroyed. Families who lost their homes struggle to rent new dwellings and make ends meet.

Along highways stretching through governmentcontrolled areas are the bombed ruins of oncerebellious towns, now dotted with checkpoints.

Government-controlled Syria is truncated in size, battered and impoverished. But it carries on, underscoring how Syrian President Bashar Assad’s government has clung to power, despite an armed rebellion to uproot him, now well into its fourth year.

Visits the past week to the capital, Damascus, and the coastal region of Tartous, a stronghold of government support, show how Syrians have adjusted to life in this reduced country. Thick barriers surround government buildings, painted in the red, black and white of the Syrian flag. Assad’s portrait is everywhere: as a soldier, a businessman and a father.

After years of brutal back and forth, the government rules over Damascus and a sweep of territory west to the Med-

AP

This undated file photo posted by the Raqqa Media Center, a Syrian opposition group, on June 30, 2014, which has been verified and is consistent with other AP reporting, shows fighters from the extremist Islamic State group during a parade in Raqqa, Syria. iterranean coastal region that includes Syria’s biggest cities, along with some parts south of the capital. Rebels hold some suburbs in the countryside around Damascus and parts of the northwest. The extremist Islamic State group has imposed its rule over territory encompassing a third of both Syria and neighboring Iraq.

The war constantly intrudes. The persistent thud of bombings of nearby rebel-held areas is the soundtrack of Damascus.

Checkpoints dot roads, often concrete shacks spruced up with posters of Assad cut into heart shapes. Soldiers rest on faded couches.

“Got any cigarettes, sir?” one soldier hopefully asks a driver.

Local pro-government militias also guard towns and neighborhoods, aiding Assad’s

stretched army.

Mustachioed men with assault rifles peer into cars at the entrance of the historic Bab Touma area of Damascus. The majority Christian district is a favorite target for mortars from the nearby rebelheld neighborhood of Jobar. Anti-Assad activists accuse some pro-government militias of being more brutal than soldiers, and say they demand bribes and steal cars.

Leaving Damascus, the highway is well-paved, including a strip of freshly asphalted road.

Nearby stands part of the smashed remains of the town of Nabak, whose residents rebelled against Assad early in the uprising. The yellow Ferris wheel in Nabak’s amusement park is faded.

Graffiti nearby reads “Assad for eternity.”

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ELECTION 2014 | MINIMUM WAGE

Small business divided on topic Companies more likely to raise their prices than cut jobs JOYCE M. ROSENBERG AP Business Writer

NEW YORK – Workers in five states could get a raise after Election Day. Some small business owners say raising the minimum wage will pressure their companies, forcing them to cut employees’ hours or jobs.

Others say it’s the right thing to do for workers and the economy.

Minimum wage referendums are on this fall’s ballots in Alaska, Arkansas, Illinois, Nebraska and South Dakota, where minimums range from $6.25 to $8.25 an hour. Some small-business owners say raising the minimum wage will force them to cut employees’ hours or jobs.

Higher minimums were already approved this year in 10 states, the District of Columbia, and Seattle.

Ken Jarosch of Elk Grove Village thinks he’ll have to raise prices and hire fewer part-timers for his Jarosch Bakery if Illinois’ minimum rises.

Jarosch’s costs would rise about 5.5 percent if the wage rises from $8.25 to $10.

“I’d have to increase my prices about 2.5 or 3 percent,” Jarosch says.

Companies are more likely to raise prices than cut jobs. Thirty percent would pass along an increase to customers, according to a May survey

by Pepperdine University’s Graziadio School of Business and Management. Fourteen percent said they’d cut hours, and nearly 12 percent said they’d lay off employees.

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Here are some of our readers’ thoughts on the topic, slightly edited for clarity: Jennifer Bennett Hires: No. Raising minimum wage only raises the price on everything else. That extra $50 to $100 a week in paychecks means everyone pays an extra $50 a week on groceries, extra $20 on gas, all other products go up, and because of rising fuel costs, utilities even go up. The cost of everything goes up, so what was a raise suddenly becomes a loss. For everyone, not just those on minimum wage. Those on salary or other hourly rate won’t [get an] increase, and their household expenses will be going up.

Horhay Tuft: $10 an hour is not going to break ANYONE ... unless your business model was designed by a Muppet. And it’s not going to inflate prices in any significant way ... a few cents here and there, on average.

Giving people who work minimum-wage jobs the means to earn a living just puts that much more money in their hands, and do you know what minimumwage workers do with extra income? They spend it. They put it back in to the local economy.

They don’t funnel it into an account in the Cayman Islands, or dump it into a PAC fund. They buy stuff, stuff that other local businesses are selling. Food that local restaurants are cooking.

I’d much rather live in a community where the average Joe lives above the poverty line. I’d even pay 8 cents more for my cheeseburger to support it.

An upward trend While 10 state legislatures voted to hike the minimum wage this year, it rose in 11 others because of inflation. And President Barack Obama in February ordered companies with federal contracts to pay at least $10.10 an hour. Obama wants the $7.25 federal minimum raised to $10.10. About 3.3 million or 2 percent of the workforce is at or below the federal minimum, according to the Labor Department.

Kristin Kohn voluntarily raised the minimum wage at her Indianapolis gift shop, Silver in the City, to $10.10 an hour when Obama signed an executive order on federal contractors’ pay. She previously paid workers $8.50. Indiana’s minimum is $7.25. The higher wage costs her about 1 percent in profit, but she says it’s worth it.

“It’s important to have quality employees who care about what they’re doing,” she says.

Support, with limits Kohn isn’t alone. Eightyone percent of small business owners who pay hourly wages pay above the minimum, according to a survey by The Hartford. Two-thirds of those owners support raising the federal minimum.

But as much as some owners believe the minimum wage should rise, higher rates pose a challenge. Andy Carlson budgets each year for a higher minimum wage because Colorado’s minimum, now $8, rises with the cost of living. About five of the 60 staffers at his two Ace Hardware stores in Denver earn the minimum.

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Five states have referendums this fall on raising the minimum wage on their ballots, and legislatures in 10 states and Washington, D.C., this year approved changes in their minimums. A look at the changes and potential changes:

Fall referendums

Alaska, currently $7.75, would rise to $8.75 Jan. 1 Arkansas, currently $6.25, would rise to $7.50 Jan. 1 Illinois (non-binding, giving voters’ opinion only), currently $8.25, would rise to $10 Nebraska, currently $7.25, would rise to $8 Jan. 1 South Dakota, currently $7.25, would rise to $8.50 Jan. 1

Legislative changes

(Approved this year, taking effect in 2014) West Virginia, currently $7.25, rises to $8 Dec. 31 (Approved this year, taking effect in 2015) Connecticut, currently $8.70, rises to $9.15 Jan. 1 Delaware, currently $7.75, rises to $8.25 June 1 Hawaii, currently $7.25, rises to $7.75 Jan. 1 Maryland, currently $7.25, rises to $8 Jan. 1 and $8.25 July 1 Massachusetts, currently $8, rises to $9 Jan. 1 Minnesota, small employers, currently $6.50, rises to $7.25 Aug. 1; large employers, currently $8, rises to $9 Aug. 1 Rhode Island, currently $8, rises to $9 Jan. 1 Vermont, currently $8.73, rises to $9.15 Jan. 1 Washington, D.C., currently $9.50, rises to $10.50 July 1 (Approved this year, taking effect in 2016) Michigan, currently $8.15, rises to $8.50 Jan. 1

Matt Boostrom: No, it just puts a Band Aid over the real problem, leaving it for the next generation to deal with.

The real problem is a skills gap. The jobs and opportunities are here, but we lack the skilled labor needed to support it. Companies are leaving or looking elsewhere because of this and an unfriendly tax environment. If we address the skills gap issue within our schools, instead of chasing the next federal mandate, we can turn this thing around.

There are over 150 positions open for skilled labor in the Rock Falls/Sterling area that employers cannot fill.

This demand is only going to increase. These are great careers, not minimum wage jobs that were never meant to live off of. When I say we need skilled labor, that does not mean more college graduates.

Graduating from college gives you a degree, not skills. Skilled laborers are our welders, pipefitters, machinists, CNC operators, etc.

Alice Jensen: Yes! How else are people supposed to live and get off welfare? Wages for the highest paid have gone up through the roof, but not for those on the bottom. They have had no real increase since the 80s.

Gary C. Orlando: No, because smaller businesses like I work for will be forced to cut hours or lay off employees, or worse, not stay in business. ... Lower the ding-blasted state taxes. If a company can afford to pay more than minimum wage, more power to them.

Don’t force other businesses to comply ... if your employer is forced to raise pay, they could cut your hours to equal what you are being

paid now, which might knock [you] down from full to part time. ... The best way to stimulate revenue is lower the taxes so that people will have more money to spend.

Laurana Pels: Yes. It won’t raise everything else. If minimum wage would have gone up with inflation like it should have over the last several years, it would be a little over $11 an hour now.

Dacia Marie Nelson: No! If you want to make more, earn it!

Educate yourself! No one should be handed a pay raise who hasn’t worked for it. I wanted more money, so I am in school at 30 years old and getting a degree.

I’m not flipping burgers crying that I can’t provide for my family.

I’m working for a better wage, not sitting with my hand out! So no, no, no!

Tom Harrington: Don’t you people get it? This is about people needing to pay their bills and feed their families. ... The truth is, this increase will not be forcing people out of business, they will have to slightly, and I do mean slightly, increase their prices.

Derick Cox: Giving that person a few more bucks to get them over the poverty line [means] we will still spend billions of dollars in free aid to help them survive. We cannot continue to allow people to think minimum wage is supposed to be used to live on.

What we need to do instead is put more emphasis on getting people out of minimum-wage jobs. Too many people are OK with making a career out of those jobs, which is the problem.

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CROSS COUNTRY | SECTIONAL SATURDAY 1A OREGON | BOYS

2A KANELAND

Statement race Newman, Rock Falls runners stand out at tough sectional

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Sterling’s Dewey Landis (407) was the lone local state qualifier Saturday from the 2A Kaneland Sectional.

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ABOVE: Newman runners, led by Bryson Reyes (667) and Chris Ahlers (657), get off to a good start at the 1A Oregon Sectional on Saturday at Oregon Park West. The Comets finished fourth to advance to state.

BELOW: Rock Falls’ Brayden Hamblen (1975) runs Saturday during the 1A Oregon Sectional. Hamblen finished third in 16 minutes, 7 seconds, to advance to the state meet.

BY ANDY COLBERT Shaw Media

OREGON – In the boys race of the 1A Oregon Sectional, Rock Falls had hopes of qualifying as a team, and Newman wanted to win the whole thing.

Neither happened, but both teams left Oregon Park West in good spirits.

Rock Falls’ duo of Brayden Hamblen and Seth Williams went topfive as individuals, and though Newman didn’t win the meet, it is advancing downstate as a team.

In a highly anticipated battle for the team title between state powers Rockford Christian, Winnebago, Johnsburg, and Newman, it was RC emerging on top with 75 points. Newman finished fourth

BY KEVIN MURPHY kmurphy@shawmedia.com

Top 3 teams 1. Rockford Christian 2. Winnebago 3. Johnsburg

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Winner Nick Monkemeyer, Rockford Christian, 16:03 with 113 points.

“We’re healthy and wanted to make a statement,” Newman coach Pat Warkins. “We feel we’ve been ignored compared to the other schools.”

Nick Monkemeyer led RC to the win with a first-place finish on the 3-mile course.

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Bevy of emotions in Oregon Mixed results for locals at sectional

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Amboy’s Megan Grady finished sixth at the 1A Oregon Sectional to qualify for the state meet for the second time.

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Landis last qualifier, Sanchez just misses cut MAPLE PARK – The line for qualifying for the state cross country meet is razor thin.

And one Sterling cross country runner was on the right side at the Class 2A Kaneland Sectional.

Sterling sophomore Dewey Landis finished 14th overall in 15 minutes, 31.1 seconds, and grabbed the final individual qualifying spot.

The top seven individuals not on a qualifying team advance to the state meet.

Landis, who qualified for his second straight state meet, was not satisfied.

“Some races are better than others,” he said. “I could’ve been up higher.”

Sterling’s next finisher was freshman Jacob Gebhardt, who was 20th overall in 15:45.

The Golden Warriors finished with 189 points, the same as Belvidere North, but finished eighth based on a six-man tiebreaker.

“We fell a little short,” said Sterling coach Charlie Bishop, who said his team battled injuries. “We can’t be upset.”

Bishop is excited that Landis qualified, and said he is making good strides.

Yorkville won the sectional title with 67 points, with Yorkville’s Jake Hoffert winning the meet in 14:48.

Dixon’s best finish came from senior Evan Grady, who finished in 15:49.

“He’s been a great leader for us this year,” said Dixon coach Evan Thorpe.

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OREGON – For Three Rivers girl cross country runners competing at the 1A Oregon Sectional, emotions ranged from gratitude to redemption to surprise to disappointment.

The second of those finishers, Megan Grady of Amboy, lay on the ground afterward and expressed utter joy for punching her ticket to the state meet with a sixth-place time of 19 minutes, 18 seconds.

“I’m so happy to be going to state again,” Grady said. “I just needed to stick with the front pack. I was ready to roll, and felt

1. Wethersfield 2. Seneca 3. Woodstock Marian

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Winner Kirstie Ramsey, Wethersfield, 18:47 really confident. I’m glad they had music before the race, so I could dance to calm my nerves.”

Sisters Haley and Regan Weidner of Bureau Valley will also be joining Grady at Detweiller Park in Peoria, site of Saturday’s state meet.

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Top 3 boys teams

1. Yorkville 2. Vernon Hills 3. Grayslake Central

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Top 3 girls teams 1. Yorkville 2. Belvidere North 3. Crystal Lake Central

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Winners 1. Yorkville’s Jake Hoffert, Sr., 14:48.9 1. Belvidere North’s Jenna Lutzow, 17:12.9

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Day of rest Derrick Rose Bulls star sits out Saturday’s 106-105 win over Timberwolves to rest ankle; Jimmy Butler’s 2 free throws with 0.2 seconds left won game.

Blackhawks goalie returns Saturday after missing 6 games, but Peter Holland’s third-period goal lifts Leafs to 3-2 win over Chicago.

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Fireworks in Texas

Redskins buses in accident before game

Johnson wins race; Gordon confronts Keselowski

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Rough start to the day for the Washington Redskins: The two buses transporting players, coaches, and team personnel to the game against the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday collided on an interstate exit ramp on their way to TCF Bank Stadium.

The Redskins arrived relatively safely, but bumped knees and whiplash were common complaints. Team spokesman Tony Wyllie said before the game no one was injured, but coach Jay Gruden confirmed afterward that rookie running back Silas Redd Jr. was held out of the game because of back spasms.

Minnesota State Patrol Lt. Eric Roeske said one of the Minneapolis police squads escorting two buses crashed into a guard rail and ended up in front of the buses. He said the first bus braked, but the second bus rear-ended the first bus on the ramp. He said the accident call came in around 8:15 a.m., a little less than 4 hours before kickoff. The game started on time.

Roeske said the officer in the squad car was taken to a hospital.

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Kenyans sweep NYC Marathon Wilson Kipsang, a former world-record holder, entered his first New York City Marathon to challenge himself on a hilly course with no pacemaker. A windy morning made for quite the test Sunday, and the Kenyan star proved he can win a strategic race.

Kipsang pulled away in the final mile for his third major marathon title in just over 13 months. Mary Keitany also took the lead late in the women’s race for a Kenyan sweep.

Kipsang, who had recordsetting victories in Berlin and London on flat courses with the aid of a pacemaker, finished in 2 hours, 10 minutes, 59 seconds – the slowest winning time in New York since 1995, and more than 7½ minutes off the world record he set just over a year ago in Berlin.

Keitany, a two-time London Marathon champ who had back-to-back thirdplace finishes in NYC in 2010 & 2011, beat countrywoman Jemima Sumgong by 3 seconds, matching the tightest finish in the history of the women’s race.

BY STEPHEN HAWKINS AP Sports Writer

FORT WORTH, Texas – Jimmie Johnson won his third consecutive Texas fall race Sunday, when none of the eight championship contenders were able to clinch one of the final four spots in NASCAR’s Chase for Championship.

Johnson emerged from a frantic finish, the second attempt at an overtime two-lap sprint to the finish after his teammate and Chase contender Jeff Gordon spun out from the front after contact with Brad Keselowski.

While Johnson celebrated his fourth victory at Texas and 70th Sprint Cup win overall, fireworks exploded in the sky – and on pit road.

An irate Gordon stopped his car right by Keselowski and confronted him. There were plenty of punches thrown in the melee, with NASCAR officials in the middle of crew members and others around Keselowski’s No. 2 car.

Gordon was leading on a restart on lap 335, one more than the race’s scheduled length, when he took the outside lane.

When Gordon drifted up a bit, Keselowski pushed through the gap, and made contact that left Gordon’s car with a cut tire.

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“We were just racing for the win. I didn’t wreck him, and just raced him hard. He left a hole.

Everything you watch in racing, you leave a hole, you’re supposed to go for it,” said Keselowski, who appeared to be spitting blood after the postrace brawl. “I don’t want to ruin anyone’s day. I wanted to win the race, and that was the opportunity. It just didn’t come together.”

Gordon said he was on older tires when “out of nowhere I got slammed by the 2.” He then used an expletive for Keselowski, who finished third.

IU’s Davis improving after accident Indiana forward Devin Davis has the use of all his extremities, and is improving since being struck by a car driven by teammate Emmitt Holt.

Davis was admitted to IU Health Bloomington Hospital in serious condition with a head injury Saturday morning, after he was hit after exiting the car.

Holt, 18, was cited for illegal consumption and operating a vehicle with a blood alcohol content above 0.02, the legal limit in Indiana for someone younger than 21. According to the University of Indiana, Holt registered a 0.025.

“The way he races, I don’t know how he ever won a championship.

This is why everyone is fighting with him,” Gordon said. “There wasn’t any conversation. You can’t have a conversation with him. There’s big consequences. To me, it’s just a bunch of crap. The kid is just doing stuff way over his head.”

Gordon spun out, lost a lap in the pits, and finished 29th.

It was the second time in the last four races that another driver confronted Keselowski after the checkered flag.

Johnson, who beat

Chase contender Kevin Harvick by a half-second, described Texas as intense, and said he was sure it was “highly entertaining.” He said he couldn’t wait to go back and watch the tape.

Harvick appeared to shove Keselowski into the fray, and crew members started throwing punches.

“If you’re going to race like that, you’re going to have to man up at some point,” Harvick said afterward. “I didn’t get in the middle of anything. I just turned him around and told him to go fight his own fight.”

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‘It’s a really good day’ for Lauren Hill D-III freshman battling cancer makes first shot, last shot in win

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ND loses LB Schmidt for season

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Pit crew members of drivers Jeff Gordon and Brad Keselowski fight on pit row Sunday after the NASCAR Sprint Cup race at Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth. Keselowski knocked Gordon out of the race on a late restart.

COLLEGE FOOTBALL

Joe Schmidt, who defied the odds as a former walkon turned starting linebacker at Notre Dame, will miss the rest of the season after fracturing and dislocating his left ankle in the Irish’s 49-39 victory over Navy on Saturday, coach Brian Kelly said.

Schmidt, who will have surgery to repair the injury, was hurt during the third quarter. He led the Irish with 65 tackles this season.

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Mount St. Joseph’s Lauren Hill shoots a layup during her first college basketball game against Hiram University on Sunday at Xavier University in Cincinnati.

CINCINNATI – Lauren Hill felt so good after fulfilling her dream that she felt inspired to play another game.

Makes sense, since the freshman forward for Division III Mount St. Joseph’s stirred a capacity crowd just by taking the court.

Much depends on Hill’s health and energy as she deals with an inoperable brain tumor that has left her with just months to live.

In between making two layups that started and finished Sunday’s 66-55 victory over Hiram College and brought a crowd of 10,250 to its feet, she spent much of her inspiring game sitting on the bench wearing sunglasses and headphones.

Hill’s condition has made her extremely sensitive to sensations her teammates and opposing players take for granted, but she still enjoyed the bright gym and the cheering crowd. And she certainly savored her two baskets on a day she will never forget.

“This game was amazing,” Hill

said. “It was awesome in every way. It’s a dream come true. To play on a college court, to put my foot down on the floor and hear the roar of the crowd – I just love it so much. I love basketball.

“Everything that happened today was amazing. I’m truly happy, it’s a really good day.”

Hill made an uncontested left-handed layup for the opening basket off a bounce pass from redshirt sophomore Taylor Brown, who missed last season with a knee injury. The tumor affects Hill’s coordination, forcing the right-hander to shoot with her left hand.

She also made the last shot of the game, returning with 26.5 seconds remaining for a righthanded layup.

“That’s the one I’ve been having trouble with,” Hill said.

Both shots were greeted with standing ovations from the sellout crowd at Xavier University’s 10,000-seat arena, part of an emotional afternoon for Hill that included love and support from stars in several sports.

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The Dukes finished 11th with 322 points.

The Dukes will return five of their top seven for next year.

Girls race That razor-thin line for qualifying for the state meet?

Unfortunately for Sterling senior Mercedes Sanchez, she was on the wrong side of it. Sanchez was 19th overall in 18:26, but was the eighth-best individual and did not qualify for the state meet.

Sanchez was a qualifier in the 1,600 in the spring

for track. RichmondBurton’s Breanne Retherford was 17th overall and took the last individual qualifying spot.

Sanchez said she was pretty happy with how she raced, and she plans to race after high school and study nursing.

The Golden Warriors finished in 10th place with 292 points.

Dixon finished 14th with 329 points. The Duchesses will return six of their top seven for next season.

“We have to work on getting better in the offseason,” Thorpe said.

Alex T. Paschal/apaschal@saukvalley.com Yorkville also won the team race with 72 points. Dixon’s Clara Thorpe runs during the 2A Kaneland Belvidere North’s Jenna Sectional on Saturday in Maple Park. Thorpe Lutzow won in 17:12.9. finished in 19 minutes, 46 seconds.

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Dixon’s Evan Grady runs at the Kaneland Sectional on Saturday. Grady finished in 15:49.

WEEKEND SCOREBOARD Boys cross country Saturday’s results at Oregon Class 1A Oregon Sectional 3 miles Team scores 1. Rockford Christian 75*; 2. Winnebago 94*; 3. Johnsburg 104*; 4. Newman 113*; 5. Galva 152*; 6. Rock Falls 193; 7. HenrySenachwine 295; 8. Ottawa Marquette 295; 9. Illinois Valley 299; 10. Bureau Valley 313; 11. Harvard 319; 12. Wethersfield 324; 13. Prophetstown 334; 14. Woodstock Marian 354; 15. Fieldcrest 357; 16.

Hall 358; 17. North Boone 382; 18. Cambridge 399; 19. Durand 508; 20. Seneca 510; 21. Putnam County 520 Top 10 individuals 1. Nick Monkemeyer (RC) 16:03.55; 2. Al Baldonado (Hall) 16:04.76; 3. Brayden Hamblen (RF) 16:07.90; 4. Seth Williams (RF) 16:13.33; 5. Nathan SMith (W) 16:20.91; 6. Nathan Ambrose (W) 16:22.31; 7. Ethan Stanley (Galva) 16:24.73; 8. Matt Stelmasek (J) 16:36.23; 9. Ross McCormick (S) 16:35.50; 10. Noah Miller (J) 16:36.23 Advancing individuals Al Baldonado (Hall) 16:04.76; Brayden Hamblen (Rock Falls) 16:07.90; Seth Williams (Rock Falls) 16:13.33; Ross McCormick (Seneca) 16:35.50; Cory Bugelholl (Marquette) 16:37.12; Rolando Aguilar (Kewanee) 16:39.46; Levi Schmillen (Fieldcrest) 16:44.44 Amboy runner: 33. James Blackburn 17:16.19 Other Newman runner: 14. Drew Rosengren 16:41.55; 16. Bryson Reyes 16:44.87; 27. Quincy Coomes 17:04.23; 30. Chris Ahlers 17:09.32; 35. Ethan Nash 17:18.98; 70. Brady Osborne 18:20.13; 78. Quentin Larson 18:35.29 Other Rock Falls runners: 52. David Villa 17:53.06; 80. Justin Hunter 18:37.14; 81. Breu Knox 18:43.11; 103. Brodie Henson 19:16.51 Prophetstown runners: 39. Braedon Bonnell 17:26.35; 77. Kyle Behrens 18:32.67; 101. Jared Cole 19:11.03 * – advanced to state

at Maple Park Class 2A Kaneland Sectional Team scores 1. Yorkville 67; 2. Vernon Hills 110; 3. Grayslake Central 120; 4. Crystal Lake Central 134; 5. Prairie Ridge 162; 6. Kaneland 170; 7. Belvidere North 189; 8. Sterling 189; 9.

Lake Forest 195; 10. Sycamore 258; 11.

Dixon 322; 12. DeKalb 345; 13. Boylan 372; 14. Mundelein Carmel 386; 15.

Antioch 392; 16. Marengo 404; 17. Lakes 411; 18. Grayslake North 418 Top 5 individuals 1. Jake Hoffert (Y) 14:48.9; 2. Luke Hoffert (Y) 14:50.1; 3. Shane WIlliamson (VH) 14:56.4; 4. Jack Aho (GLC) 15:06.3; 5.

Eryk Yunk (BN) 15:07.6 Advancing individuals Eryk Yunk (BN) 15:07.6; Matthew Mekaelian (Lake Forest) 15:12.4; Mark Myers (Lake Forest) 15:14.0; Luke Beattie (Woodstock) 15:15.5; Adam Millburg (Sycamore) 15:19.1; Clay Musial (Central) 15:29.9; Dewey Landis (Sterling) 15:31.1 Other Sterling runners: 20. Jacob Gebhardt 15:45.5; 44. Ethan Rocha 16:09; 46.

Cody Lund 16:13.4; 91. Peter DeLaFuente 17:00.5; 121. Jalen Hart 17:34.3 Dixon runners: 25. Evan Grady 15:49.9; 77. Owen Vanhorn 16:46.4; 83. Sean Masterson 16:54; 84. Luke Wedekind 16:54.4; 95. Blain Masterson 17:03.1; 113. Luke Steed 17:16.2

Girls cross country Saturday’s results at Oregon Class 1A Oregon Sectional 3 miles Team scores 1. Wethersfield 75*; 2. Seneca 109*; 3. Woodstock Marian 119*; 4. HenrySenachwine 134*; 5. Winnebago 157*; 6.

Illinois Valley 174; 7. Byron 211; 8. Bureau Valley 231; 10. Fieldcrest 270; 11. Ottawa Marquette 289; 12. Prophetstown 310; 13.

Newman 321; 14. Amboy 347; 15. Johnsburg 354; 16. Rock Falls 368; 17. Lutheran 427; 18. Galva 438; 19. Hall 480; 20. Mendota 509; 21. Genoa-Kingston 546 Top 10 individuals 1. Kirstie Ramsey (W) 18:47.19; 2. Abigail Jones (WM) 18:58.55; 3. Eva Bruno (S) 19:08.83; 4. Haley Weidner (BV) 19:10.52; 5. Demi Johnson (IV) 19:15.19; 6. Megan Grady (A) 19:18.46; 7. Jackie Schane (Pl) 19:23.25; 8. Paige Aurit (OM) 19:28.10; 9. Regan Weidner (BV); 10. Jillian Monier (H-S) 19:36.51 Advancing individuals Haley Weidner (Bureau Valley) 19:10.52; Demi Johnson (Illinois Valley) 19:15.19; Megan Grady (Amboy) 19:18.46; Jackie Schane (Plano) 19:23.25; Paige Aurit (Marquette) 19:28.10; Regan Weidner (Bureau Valley) 19:30.70; Teagan McKenna (Newman) 20:00.42 Other Amboy runners: 38. Jennifer Popovich 21:07.84; 54. Erin Hosto 21:36.67 Other Newman runners: 55. Kelsey Simpson 21:37.89; 81. Natalie Amezola 22.19.16 Other Bureau Valley runners: 76. Riley Francis 22:04.18; 79. Marissa Mungua 22:10.26; 100. Heather Williams 22:53.98 Prophetstown: 57. Emily Hanover 21:44.74; 59. Olivia DeWitte 21:44.90; 64.

Ashlynn Steel 21:48.97; 85. Mikayla Bolton 22:26.18; 89. Corrie Reiley 22:28.90; 99.

Heather Strike 22:53.52 * – advanced to state at Maple Park Class 2A Kaneland Sectional Team scores 1. Yorkville 72*; 2. Belvidere North 89*; 3.

Crystal Lake Central 105*; 4. Lake Forest 115*; 5. Vernon Hills 137*; 6. Kaneland 171; 7. Boylan 225; 8. Marengo 227; 9.

Lakes 242; 10. Sterling 292; 11. Woodstock 295; 12. Richmond-Burton 310; 13.

Grayslake Central 321; 14. Dixon 329; 15.

Hampshire 367; 17. Mundelein Carmel 387; 17. Freeport 397; 18. Antioch 513 Top 5 individuals 1. Jenna Lutzow (BN) 17:12.9; 2. Kitty Allen (M) 17:17.3; 3. Kortney Schardt (L) 17:40.0; 4. Vivian Overbeck (VH) 17:42.3; 5. Carley Lutzow (BN) 17:49.0

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Advancing individuals Kitty Allen (Marengo) 17:17.3; Kortney Schardt (Lakes) 17:40.0; Delaney Appino (Boylan) 17:51.7; Kate Jacobs (Woodstock) 17:56.6; Andie Shine (Prairie Ridge) 17:59.2; Brianna Bower (Kaneland) 18:11.1; Breanne Retherford (RichmondBurton) 18:23.8 Sterling runners: 19. Mercedes Sanchez 18:26.6; 38. Megan Barnhart 18:52.5; 49.

Margaret McPherson 19:07.6; 101. Carly Hansen 20:15.5 Dixon runners: 57. Mekenzie Harden 19:16.3; 58. Courtney Seagren 19:16.6; 72. Sydney Kitzman 19:32.3; 79. Katie Lawton 19:43.3; 84. Clara Thorpe 19:46.7 * – advanced to state

Girls swimming Saturday’s results at Byron Northern Illinois Independant Conference meet Team scores 1. IMSA 208.5; 2. Byron 258; 3. Ottawa 193.5; 4. Rockford Christian 167; 5. Sterling 161; 6. Morrison 81; 7. Newman 50; 8.

Rockford Keith 11 200-yard medley relay: – 1. Byron (Gretchen BUshman, Kaylee Rice, Abbey Blackbourn, Kylie Shaw) 1:58.58; 2. IMSA 1:58.62; 3. R. Christain 207.80; 4. Ottawa 2:17.44; 5. Sterling 2:28.64 200 freestyle: 1 – Brooke Jensen (IMSA) 2:03.64; 2. Kennedy Halsmer (B) 2:06.45; 10. Avery Edwards (S) 2:28.56; 12. Gwen Kermott (S) 2:36.60 200 individual medley: – 1. Lindy Hong (IMSA) 2:21.54; 2. Gretchen Bushman (B) 2:26.06; 5. Nicole Hess (M) 2:34.98; 6.

Kaylee Rice (B) 2:35.72; 10. Nina Malki (S) 2:59.79 50 freestyle: – 1. Kerry Mullen (S) 25.75; 4. Abbey Blackbourn (B) 26.51; 6. Micheala Busch (S) 26.80; 8. Kylie Shaw (B) 27.42; 11. Amber Vegter (M) 30.41 100 butterfly: – 1. Lydia Reinhardt (RC) 1:00.00; 3. Micheala Busch (S) 1:06.20; 3.

Kylie Shaw (B) 1:09.85; 7. Megan Hale (B) 1:14.50; 10. Avery Edwards (S) 1:25.39 100 freestyle: – 1. Kerry Mullen (S) 56.33; 4. Abbey Blackbourn (B) 59.68; 6. Abby Ganong (B) 1:03.49; 10. Mariyah Martinez (S) 1:07.98; 11. Madison Steines (M) 1:08.38 500 freestyle: – 1. Kennedy Halsmer (B) 5:42.89; 5. Nicole Hess (M) 6:02.84; 8. Katrina Sandefer (S) 6:28.83; 9. Kaitlyn Freimuth (B) 6:29.46; 11. Nina Malki (S) 7:08.47 200 freestyle relay: – 1. IMSA 1:43.50; 4. Sterling (Micheala Busch, Mariyah Martinez, Katrina Sandefer, Kerry Mullen) 1:52.53; 5. Byron (Kaylyn Rice, Kaylee Rice, Abby Ganong, Kennedy Halsmer) 1:53.77; 6. Morrison (Nicole Hess, Madison Steines, Emily Wallander, Amber Vegter) 2:03.74 100 backstroke: – 1. Lydia Reinhardt (RC) 1:02.29; 4. Gretchen Bushman (B) 1:06.89; 7. Hannah Schlosser (B) 1:15.80; 8. Katrina Sandefer (S) 1:15.94; 10. Gwen Kermott (S) 1:24.79 100 breaststoke: – 1. Malory Pitstick (O) 1:12.29; 4. Kaylee Rice (B) 1:17.83; 5.

Megan Hale (B) 1:18.17; 11. Hannah Hubbard (S) 1:36.51; 12. Karena Rhodes (S) 1:42.75 400 freestyle relay: – 1. IMSA 3:49.02; 2. Byron (Abbey Blackbourn, Gretchen Bushman, Kylie Shaw, Kennedy Halsmer) 4:01.79; 4. Sterling (Micheala Busch, Mariyah Martinez, Katrina Sandefer, Kerry Mullen) 4:15.49; 5. Morrison (Nicole Hess, Madison Steines, Emily Wallander, Amber Vegter) 4:28.28

Volleyball 3A IVC Sectional Tuesday’s matches

• Washington vs. Metamora, 5:30 p.m.

• Sterling vs. Limestone, 6:30 p.m.

Thursday’s match • Championship, 6 p.m.

Winner advances to LaSalle-Peru Supersectional vs. Prairie Central Sectional winner, 6 p.m., Nov. 8.

3A Rochelle Sectional Tuesday’s matches

• Woodstock Marian vs. Rosary, 5:30 p.m.

• Dixon vs. Burlington Central, 6:30 p.m.

Thursday’s match • Championship, 6 p.m.

Winner advances to Belvidere Supersectional vs. Vernon Hills Sectional winner, 1 p.m. Nov. 8

2A Pecatonica Sectional Tuesday’s matches

• Newman vs. Oregon, 5:30 p.m.

• Ottawa Marquette vs. Dakota, 6:30 p.m.

Thursday’s match • Championship, 6 p.m.

Winner advances to Putnam County Supersectional vs. Orion Sectional winner, 6 p.m. Nov. 8

1A River Ridge Sectional Tuesday’s matches

• Aquin vs. Eastland, 5:30 p.m.

• Galena vs. Keith Country Day, 6:30 p.m.

Thursday’s match • Championship, 6 p.m.

Winner advances to Harvest Christian Academy Supersectional, 7 p.m.

Nov. 8

Men’s basketball Saturday’s result

MILWAUKEE AREA TECH 89, SAUK VALLEY 66 MAT (2-0) 89 Hakim 0-2-3 2, Neal 11 1-1 32,, Washington 1 2-2 4, Burlingame 1 2-2 4, Brown 8 5-5 22, Dunbar 3 4-8 10, Kellner 5 0-0 12, Stovall Jr. 1 1-1 3. Totals: 30 17-24 89.

SVCC (1-1) 66 Stovall 5 2-4 12, Hight 5 5-7 15, Cooks 3 1-1 7, Rideout 2 2-4 6, Trice 1 2-2 4, Posley 4 0-3 10, Minor 2 2-4 6, Dollmeyer 2 0-2 4. Totals: 24 14-27 66.

SVCC: 3s – Posley 2. Assists – Stouval 8, Rebounds – Hight 9. Steals – Posley 5.

MAT: 3s – Neal 9, Kellner 2, Brown 1.

Fouls – 18. Fouled out – Burlingame.

Kerry Mullen was again the fastest girl in the pool during the Northen Illinois Independant Conference meet in Byron on Saturday.

Mullen, a freshman at Sterling, won the 50-yard freestyle in 25.76 seconds. Her time was a little more than 1 second slower than the state-qualifying standard of 24.59.

Mullen also won the other sprint event, the 100 freestyle, touching in 56.33 seconds.

Sterling finished fifth at the meet with 161 points. Byron, which coops with Dixon, was second with

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For Regan, it was redemption after failing to qualify last year, after finishing second in 1A in 2012.

“I looked at the previews at dyestat.com, and my name wasn’t there. Two years ago, it was,” Regan Weidner said. “That motivated me to overcome all the injuries I’ve had.”

Regan, a senior, finished in ninth place with a time of 19:30, while freshman sister Haley took fourth at 19:10.

“Most likely, Regan was a better runner than me as a freshman,” Haley Weidner said.

“I sure hope she doesn’t beat me at state, but it’s her last race, and I bet she probably has a lot of gas left in her tank.”

After track and cross country injuries in 2013, Regan did not run a race until the postseason, and finished way back in the pack at the sectional.

“Regan has put so much work in, always pushing the envelope,” BV coach Dale Donner said. “I was really nervous for her today. I knew she was race-seasoned enough, but with all her injuries, this wasn’t a sure thing.”

Coming into the meet, Newman sophomore Teagan McKenna was one of several runners with outside chances to finish in the top seven of individuals not on a qualifying team that would advance.

A relative unknown, McKenna surprised even herself by grabbing the final qualifying spot with a time of 20:00. She took 13th, but six other runners ahead of her were on one of the five qualifying teams.

“I didn’t expect this,” McKenna said. “I haven’t been up with Megan or the Weidner sisters, but my coach told me to try to stay up with them. I didn’t know how high I would finish, but I felt really good today.”

For Erie-Prophetstown senior Corrie Reiley, a state qualifier as a sophomore, it was disappointment. After having kept up with the top runners in the Three Rivers all year, she ended up in 89th place.

“She was 10th at 1 mile, dropped to 18th at the second mile, and the third mile did her in,” EP assistant coach Tom Green said. “She had been running great all year, but had some kind of bug all week. It’s too bad, because she was on target to be an all-state runner.”

Kirstie Ramsey of Annawan Wethersfield won the race with a time of 18:47, leading her team to the sectional title.

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His time of 16 minutes, 3 seconds edged Al Baldonado of Hall. Hamblen was third at 16:07, and Williams fourth at 16:13.

“I had the lead at 2½ miles,” Hamblen said.

“My race plan was working, but I was gassed the last half-mile. Monkemeyer hung back and took it away from me. He ran a great strategy.”

“Today, I wanted to control the race from the back of the [6-man] lead pack,” said Monkemeyer, who was upset at the regional by Nathan Smith of Winnebago. “I keyed off the other guys and

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MAT led 45-27 at halftime after going on a 17-1 run to end the first half.

Jansen Hight led the Skyhawks with 15 points and nine rebounds He made five shots and shot 5-of-7 from the free-throw line.

Chris Stovall and Jacoby Posley were also in double digits for SVCC. Stovall had 12 points and eight assists, and Posley added 10 points with two 3s and five steals.

Milwaukee’s Andre Neal led all Milwaukee Area Tech 89, SVCC 66: The Skyhawks (1-1) suffered scorers with 32 points. Neal made their first loss of the season during nine 3s.

Reiley disappointed with finish

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258 points, behind winner Illinois Math and Science Academy (208.5).

Morrison was sixth with 81, while Newman was seventh with 50 points at the eight-team meet.

Dixon freshman Gretchen Bushman, swimming with Byron, took second in the 200 individual medley (2:26.06).

Newman diver Abigayle Ammon won the diving competition with a score of 413.60. Sterling’s Kallie Zuidema was second with 352.10.

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used my kick.”

Baldonado knew the pace would have to pick up if any of the lead runners would have a chance against Monkemeyer.

“I could hear him sitting behind me,” Baldonado said. “I knew if we didn’t go, he’d completely destroy us with his kick.”

Williams, who like Baldonado and Monkemeyer was a returning allstater on display at Oregon, was quite pleased with his finish after recent struggles.

“I figured out what my problem was and fixed it,” Williams said. “I was drinking too many Arnold Palmers, and it was spiking my insulin. It caused me to crash. I’ve

started drinking water instead.”

Drew Rosengren led Newman with a 14thplace finish (16:41), followed closely by Bryson Reyes in 16th (16:44).

A third senior, Quincy Coomes, was 27th. Chris Ahlers and Ethan Nash rounded out the scorers for the Comets.

“The quality here makes us better,” Warkins said. “We found out where we sit in regard to the state meet.”

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NFL ROUNDUP

NFL AMERICAN CONFERENCE New England Buffalo Miami N.Y. Jets

W 7 5 5 1

Indianapolis Houston Tennessee Jacksonville

W 5 4 2 1

Cincinnati Pittsburgh Cleveland Baltimore

W 5 6 5 5

Denver Kansas City San Diego Oakland

W 6 5 5 0

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PF 281 178 211 154

PA 198 165 151 252

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PF 250 206 137 141

PA 187 197 202 251

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Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) passes over Broncos cornerback Chris Harris (25) during the second half Sunday in Foxborough, Mass. Brady beat Peyton Manning for the 11th time in 16 meetings.

Brady, Patriots beat Manning Rams upset 49ers; Chiefs stay hot; Vikings rally at home By the Associated Press

Tom Brady outdueled Peyton Manning, throwing for four touchdowns, and Julian Edelman returned a punt 84 yards for a score in leading the New England Patriots past the Denver Broncos 43-21 Sunday.

New England won its fifth straight, halting the four-game winning streak for Denver. Brady has 18 TD passes and one interception in those five victories.

Brady picked up his 155th win in his 200th career start, the most wins for any quarterback in that many starts.

Manning fell to 2-7 at Gillette Stadium and 5-11 overall against Brady, even though he threw for 438 yards and two touchdowns. He has at least two TD passes in 14 consecutive games, an NFL record.

Rams 13, 49ers 10:

Colin Kaepernick fumbled at the goal line with 2 seconds remaining, and St. Louis sacked the San

Francisco quarterback eight times on the way to an upset on the road.

The Rams recovered, and the play was reviewed and upheld.

Greg Zuerlein kicked a 39-yard field goal for the Rams with 5:25 left.

Chiefs 24, Jets 10:

Alex Smith threw for 199 yards and two touchdowns, Jamaal Charles ran for another score, and Kansas City won at home to send New York to its eighth straight loss.

Tight ends Travis Kelce and Anthony Fasano each caught touchdown passes, and the Chiefs won their third straight and fifth in six games.

Vikings 29, Redskins 26: Teddy Bridgewater

outplayed Robert Griffin III down the stretch after a rough start, Matt Asiata ran for three scores, and the Vikings won at home.

Bridgewater threw for 268 yards and a TD, while Griffin threw for 251 and a score – but he was sacked five times in his return to the Redskins’ lineup.

NHL | JETS 1, BLACKHAWKS 0

East L T Pct PF PA Philadelphia 2 0 .750 234 177 Dallas 3 0 .667 230 195 N.Y. Giants 4 0 .429 154 169 Washington 6 0 .333 197 229 South W L T Pct PF PA New Orleans 4 4 0 .500 227 198 Carolina 3 5 1 .389 177 236 Atlanta 2 6 0 .250 192 221 Tampa Bay 1 7 0 .125 150 245 North W L T Pct PF PA Detroit 6 2 0 .750 162 126 Green Bay 5 3 0 .625 222 191 Minnesota 4 5 0 .444 168 199 Chicago 3 5 0 .375 180 222 West W L T Pct PF PA Arizona 7 1 0 .875 192 156 Seattle 5 3 0 .625 202 174 San Francisco 4 4 0 .500 168 178 St. Louis 3 5 0 .375 149 220 Thursday’s result New Orleans 28, Carolina 10 Sunday’s results Arizona 28, Dallas 17 Philadelphia 31, Houston 21 Kansas City 24, N.Y. Jets 10 Minnesota 29, Washington 26 Cleveland 22, Tampa Bay 17 Cincinnati 33, Jacksonville 23 Miami 37, San Diego 0 St. Louis 13, San Francisco 10 Seattle 30, Oakland 24 New England 43, Denver 21 Pittsburgh 43, Baltimore 23 Open: Atlanta, Buffalo, Chicago, Detroit, Green Bay, Tennessee Today’s game Indianapolis at N.Y. Giants, 7:30 p.m.

W 6 6 3 3

Sunday’s box scores

VIKINGS 29, REDSKINS 26 Washington Minnesota

3 7 10 6 — 26 0 7 7 15 — 29 First Quarter Was–FG Forbath 36, 6:16.

Second Quarter Was–Morris 14 run (Forbath kick), 14:46.

Min–Ford 20 pass from Bridgewater (Walsh kick), :36.

Third Quarter Min–Asiata 1 run (Walsh kick), 10:44.

Was–Jackson 13 pass from Griffin III (Forbath kick), 7:23.

Was–FG Forbath 26, 1:57.

Fourth Quarter Min–Asiata 7 run (Walsh kick), 13:00.

Was–Morris 2 run (run failed), 9:01.

Min–Asiata 1 run (Asiata run), 3:27.

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

Was 21 347 29-122 225 3-1 2-64 0-0 18-28-1 5-26 3-45.3 1-0 6-55 29:34

Min 24 352 27-100 252 1-8 4-84 1-1 26-42-0 2-16 6-40.5 0-0 9-60 30:26

INDIVIDUAL STATISTICS RUSHING–Washington, Morris 19-92, Griffin III 7-24, Helu Jr. 3-6. Minnesota, McKinnon 14-54, Asiata 10-26, Bridgewater 3-20.

PASSING–Washington, Griffin III 18-28-1251. Minnesota, Bridgewater 26-42-0-268.

RECEIVING–Washington, Jackson 4-120, Helu Jr. 4-46, Garcon 3-15, Paul 2-18, Roberts 2-18, Morris 2-17, Reed 1-17.

Minnesota, Jennings 6-76, Ford 5-66, Asiata 4-31, Ellison 4-30, McKinnon 3-14, Wright 2-29, Charle.Johnson 1-13, Patterson 1-9.

RAMS 13, 49ERS 10

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The Jets’ Dustin Byfuglien (33) controls the puck against the Blackhawks’ Niklas Hjalmarsson (4) on Sunday in Chicago. The Jets won 1-0.

Blackhawks held in check again Jets hand Chicago its second 1-0 loss in as many nights

BY MATT CARLSON Associated Press

CHICAGO – Michael Hutchinson stopped 33 shots for his first career shutout, and Michael Frolik scored on the first shift of the game to lead the Winnipeg Jets to a 1-0 win over the Chicago Blackhawks on Sunday night at the United Center.

Hutchinson was solid in just his second start, first complete game, and third appearance this season.

The Jets extended their point streak to five games (4-0-1), and recorded their second shutout in

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two nights. No. 1 goalie Ondrej Pavelec beat the Rangers 1-0 in New York on Saturday in a shootout.

The 24-year-old Hutchinson entered having played only 40 minutes this season.

Corey Crawford stopped 26 shots in his second start in 2 nights after he missed six games with an upperbody injury. The Blackhawks lost their second straight, and are 2-5 in their last seven.

Chicago was beaten 1-0 for the second consecutive home game.

St. Louis 3 7 0 3 — 13 San Francisco 3 7 0 0 — 10 First Quarter SF–FG Dawson 34, 10:32.

StL–FG Zuerlein 37, 1:20.

Second Quarter SF–Boldin 27 pass from Kaepernick (Dawson kick), 11:57.

StL–Britt 21 pass from A.Davis (Zuerlein kick), 1:04.

Fourth Quarter StL–FG Zuerlein 39, 5:25.

StL SF First downs 13 20 Total Net Yards 193 263 Rushes-yards 27-91 21-80 Passing 102 183 Punt Returns 3-26 1-12 Kickoff Returns 3-78 3-84 Interceptions Ret. 0-0 2-10 Comp-Att-Int 13-24-2 22-33-0 Sacked-Yards Lost 1-3 8-54 Punts 6-46.8 7-44.9 Fumbles-Lost 0-0 3-2 Penalties-Yards 9-83 9-44 Time of Possession 27:34 32:26 INDIVIDUAL STATISTICS RUSHING–St. Louis, Mason 19-65, Cunningham 4-10, A.Davis 2-9, Austin 2-7.

San Francisco, Gore 14-49, Hyde 2-17, Kaepernick 5-14.

PASSING–St. Louis, A.Davis 13-24-2105. San Francisco, Kaepernick 22-33-0237.

RECEIVING–St. Louis, Cunningham 3-38, Britt 2-32, Cook 2-12, Austin 2-11, Bailey 1-7, Kendricks 1-7, Watts 1-6, Mason 1-(minus 8). San Francisco, Boldin 6-93, Crabtree 5-40, S.Johnson 3-41, V.Davis 2-19, Lloyd 1-10, Ellington 1-9, Gore 1-9, Carrier 1-6, Hyde 1-5, Miller 1-5.

MISSED FIELD GOAL–San Francisco, Dawson 55 (SH).

College football Saturday’s Major Scores EAST Air Force 23, Army 6 Duke 51, Pittsburgh 48, 2OT Maryland 20, Penn St. 19 NC State 24, Syracuse 17 Notre Dame 49, Navy 39 TCU 31, West Virginia 30 Temple 20, East Carolina 10 UConn 37, UCF 29 Wisconsin 37, Rutgers 0 SOUTH Auburn 35, Mississippi 31 BYU 27, Middle Tennessee 7 Boston College 33, Virginia Tech 31 E. Illinois 41, Tennessee Tech 10 Florida 38, Georgia 20 Georgia Tech 35, Virginia 10 Houston 27, South Florida 3 Miami 47, North Carolina 20 Mississippi St. 17, Arkansas 10 Rice 31, FIU 17 Tennessee 45, South Carolina 42, OT UAB 31, FAU 28 Vanderbilt 42, Old Dominion 28 MIDWEST Cent. Michigan 38, E. Michigan 7 Iowa 48, Northwestern 7 Kansas St. 48, Oklahoma St. 14 Michigan 34, Indiana 10 Missouri 20, Kentucky 10 N. Iowa 42, Illinois St. 28 Nebraska 35, Purdue 14 Ohio St. 55, Illinois 14 Oklahoma 59, Iowa St. 14 W. Michigan 41, Miami (Ohio) 10

SOUTHWEST Baylor 60, Kansas 14 Texas 34, Texas Tech 13 Texas A&M 21, Louisiana-Monroe 16 UTEP 35, Southern Miss. 14 FAR WEST Arizona St. 19, Utah 16, OT California 45, Oregon St. 31 Nevada 30, San Diego St. 14 Oregon 45, Stanford 16 Southern Cal 44, Washington St. 17 UCLA 17, Arizona 7 Utah St. 35, Hawaii 14 Washington 38, Colorado 23 Wyoming 45, Fresno St. 17

The AP Top 25 The Top 25 teams in The Associated Press college football poll, with first-place votes in parentheses, records through Nov. 1, total points based on 25 points for a first-place vote through one point for a 25th-place vote, and previous ranking: Record Pts Pv 1. Mississippi St. (45) 8-0 1,484 1 2. Florida St. (15) 8-0 1,452 2 3. Auburn 7-1 1,345 4 4. Alabama 7-1 1,281 3 5. Oregon 8-1 1,275 5 6. TCU 7-1 1,148 10 7. Michigan St. 7-1 1,120 8 8. Notre Dame 7-1 1,096 6 9. Kansas St. 7-1 1,049 11 10. Baylor 7-1 961 12 11. Arizona St. 7-1 831 15 12. Mississippi 7-2 828 7 13. Ohio St. 7-1 780 13 14. LSU 7-2 717 16 15. Nebraska 8-1 680 17 16. Oklahoma 6-2 574 19 17. Georgia 6-2 465 9 18. UCLA 7-2 464 25 19. Clemson 6-2 341 22 20. Utah 6-2 327 18 21. Arizona 6-2 325 14 22. Duke 7-1 288 24 23. Marshall 8-0 238 23 24. West Virginia 6-3 159 20 25. Wisconsin 6-2 83 NR Others receiving votes: Colorado St. 67, Southern Cal 48, Missouri 42, Georgia Tech 15, Louisville 7, N. Dakota St. 4, Stanford 4, Florida 1, Texas A&M 1.

Big Ten EAST Conference Overall W L Pct. W L Pct. Michigan St. 4 0 1.000 7 1 .875 Ohio St. 4 0 1.000 7 1 .875 Maryland 3 2 .600 6 3 .667 Michigan 2 3 .400 4 5 .444 Rutgers 1 4 .200 5 4 .556 Penn St. 1 4 .200 4 4 .500 Indiana 0 4 .000 3 5 .375 WEST Conference Overall W L Pct. W L Pct. Nebraska 4 1 .800 8 1 .889 Iowa 3 1 .750 6 2 .750 Minnesota 3 1 .750 6 2 .750 Wisconsin 3 1 .750 6 2 .750 Northwestern 2 3 .400 3 5 .375 Illinois 1 4 .200 4 5 .444 Purdue 1 4 .200 3 6 .333 Saturday’s results Iowa 48, Northwestern 7 Maryland 20, Penn St. 19 Michigan 34, Indiana 10 Nebraska 35, Purdue 14 Ohio St. 55, Illinois 14 Wisconsin 37, Rutgers 0 Saturday’s games Iowa at Minnesota, 11 a.m. (ESPN2) Penn St. at Indiana, 11 a.m. (BTN) Wisconsin at Purdue, 11 a.m. (ESPNU) Michigan at Northwestern, 2:30 p.m. (ESPN2) Ohio St. at Michigan St., 7 p.m. (ABC) Saturday’s box scores

No. 13 OHIO ST. 55, ILLINOIS 14 Illinois Ohio St.

0 0 7 7 — 14 17 14 17 7 — 55 First Quarter OSU–Samuel 23 run (Nuernberger kick), 11:25.

OSU–FG Nuernberger 44, 6:47.

OSU–D.Smith 32 pass from Barrett (Nuernberger kick), 1:30.

Second Quarter OSU–Samuel 1 run (Nuernberger kick), 11:43.

OSU–D.Smith 8 pass from Barrett (Nuernberger kick), :20.

Third Quarter OSU–Wilson 27 pass from C.Jones (Nuernberger kick), 11:56.

OSU–FG Nuernberger 26, 9:31.

OSU–Marshall 30 run (Nuernberger kick), 7:20.

Ill–Young 5 run (Reisner kick), 1:48.

Fourth Quarter OSU–M.Thomas 19 pass from C.Jones (Nuernberger kick), 14:21.

Ill–LaCosse 7 pass from Bailey (Reisner kick), 5:55.

Ill OSU First downs 15 28 Rushes-yards 42-106 44-296 Passing 137 249 Comp-Att-Int 13-27-2 20-34-0 Return Yards 0 56 Punts-Avg. 4-44.8 1-35.0 Fumbles-Lost 3-2 1-1 Penalties-Yards 5-50 6-56 Time of Possession 29:17 30:43 INDIVIDUAL STATISTICS RUSHING–Illinois, Bailey 16-39, Ferguson 8-34, Young 8-22, Church 3-9, O’Toole 7-2. Ohio St., Elliott 9-69, Samuel 9-63, C.Jones 7-47, Marshall 5-42, Barrett 7-38, Ball 7-37.

PASSING–Illinois, Bailey 9-16-0-79, O’Toole 4-11-2-58. Ohio St., Barrett 15-24-0-167, C.Jones 5-9-0-82, Marshall 0-1-0-0.

RECEIVING–Illinois, Dudek 3-68, Turner 3-27, LaCosse 2-10, Ferguson 2-4, Hardee 1-19, Allison 1-5, Ty.White 1-4. Ohio St., M.Thomas 6-67, Wilson 4-42, D.Smith 3-72, Spencer 2-22, Marshall 1-18, Greene 1-13, Brown 1-9, Heuerman 1-7, Elliott 1-(minus 1).

IOWA 48, NORTHWESTERN 7 Northwestern Iowa

0 7 0 0 — 7 24 14 0 10 — 48 First Quarter Iowa–Weisman 8 run (Koehn kick), 13:15.

Iowa–FG Koehn 48, 9:43.

Iowa–Weisman 14 run (Koehn kick), 5:28.

Iowa–Niemann 1 blocked punt return (Koehn kick), 3:39.

Second Quarter NU–Jackson 1 run (Mitchell kick), 14:21.

Iowa–Smith 31 pass from Rudock (Koehn kick), 8:11.

Iowa–Weisman 8 run (Koehn kick), :54.

Fourth Quarter Iowa–FG Koehn 24, 13:47.

Iowa–Wadley 5 run (Koehn kick), 3:17.

NU Iowa First downs 13 24 Rushes-yards 43-105 46-221 Passing 75 262 Comp-Att-Int 9-24-0 17-25-0 Return Yards 0 7 Punts-Avg. 8-34.5 2-37.0 Fumbles-Lost 1-1 4-1 Penalties-Yards 5-53 5-35 Time of Possession 27:03 32:57 INDIVIDUAL STATISTICS RUSHING–Northwestern, Jackson 24-96, Long 11-55, Green 1-5, Oliver 1-2, Shuler 1-(minus 6), Siemian 5-(minus 47). Iowa, Wadley 15-106, Weisman 20-94, Beathard 3-23, Rudock 5-11, Bullock 2-4, Team 1-(minus 17).

PASSING–Northwestern, Siemian 8-18-068, Oliver 1-6-0-7. Iowa, Rudock 12-19-0239, Beathard 5-6-0-23.

RECEIVING–Northwestern, K.Prater 3-22, Jackson 2-10, McHugh 1-24, G.Dickerson 1-9, Szott 1-7, T.Jones 1-3.

Iowa, VandeBerg 5-90, Smith 4-76, Martin-Manley 3-66, Powell 2-2, Hillyer 1-12, Hamilton 1-11, Plewa 1-5.

NBA EASTERN CONFERENCE

Atlantic Division W L Pct GB New York 2 1 .667 — Toronto 2 1 .667 — Boston 1 1 .500 ½ Brooklyn 1 1 .500 ½ Philadelphia 0 3 .000 2 Southeast Division W L Pct GB Miami 3 0 1.000 — Washington 2 1 .667 1 Atlanta 1 1 .500 1½ Charlotte 1 2 .333 2 Orlando 0 3 .000 3

Chicago Cleveland Indiana Milwaukee Detroit

Central Division W L Pct 2 1 .667 1 1 .500 1 2 .333 1 2 .333 0 3 .000

GB — ½ 1 1 2

WESTERN CONFERENCE

Southwest Division W L Pct GB Houston 3 0 1.000 — Memphis 3 0 1.000 — Dallas 2 1 .667 1 San Antonio 1 1 .500 1½ New Orleans 1 1 .500 1½ Northwest Division W L Pct GB Denver 1 1 .500 — Oklahoma City 1 2 .333 ½ Portland 1 2 .333 ½ Utah 1 2 .333 ½ Minnesota 1 2 .333 ½ Pacific Division W L Pct GB Golden State 3 0 1.000 — Sacramento 2 1 .667 1 Phoenix 2 1 .667 1 L.A. Clippers 2 1 .667 1 L.A. Lakers 0 4 .000 3½ Saturday’s results Dallas 109, New Orleans 104 Miami 114, Philadelphia 96 Washington 108, Milwaukee 97 Toronto 108, Orlando 95 Memphis 71, Charlotte 69 Atlanta 102, Indiana 92 Brooklyn 102, Detroit 90 Oklahoma City 102, Denver 91 Houston 104, Boston 90 Chicago 106, Minnesota 105 Utah 118, Phoenix 91 Golden State 127, L.A. Lakers 104 Sunday’s results Sacramento 98, L.A. Clippers 92 Miami 107, Toronto 102 New York 96, Charlotte 93 Golden State 95, Portland 90 Today’s games Houston at Philadelphia, 6 p.m.

Oklahoma City at Brooklyn, 6:30 p.m.

New Orleans at Memphis, 7 p.m.

Boston at Dallas, 7:30 p.m.

Sacramento at Denver, 8 p.m.

Utah at L.A. Clippers, 9:30 p.m.

Saturday’s box score

BULLS 106, TIMBERWOLVES 105 CHICAGO (106) Dunleavy 3-8 4-5 13, Gasol 7-12 6-9 20, Noah 4-7 0-0 8, Hinrich 3-8 5-6 11, Butler 6-12 11-15 24, Brooks 6-11 1-1 16, Mirotic 3-6 4-4 12, Moore 0-0 0-0 0, Snell 0-1 0-0 0, McDermott 1-4 0-0 2. Totals 33-69 31-40 106.

MINNESOTA (105) Wiggins 3-10 2-2 8, Young 4-9 0-0 8, Pekovic 6-14 5-6 17, Rubio 3-10 0-0 6, Martin 9-14 11-11 33, Brewer 2-5 0-0 4, Dieng 3-4 4-5 10, Williams 1-7 1-2 3, Bennett 6-7 0-1 12, Muhammad 0-2 1-2 1, Hummel 1-1 0-0 2, Budinger 0-2 1-2 1.

Totals 38-85 25-31 105.

Chicago 27 36 22 21 — 106 Minnesota 25 24 32 24 — 105 3s–Chicago 9-23 (Brooks 3-4, Dunleavy 3-7, Mirotic 2-5, Butler 1-3, McDermott 0-2, Hinrich 0-2), Minnesota 4-12 (Martin 4-6, Young 0-1, Budinger 0-1, Wiggins 0-2, Williams 0-2). Rebounds–Chicago 48 (Noah 11), Minnesota 50 (Dieng 8). Assists–Chicago 15 (Brooks 5), Minnesota 26 (Rubio 17). Fouls–Chicago 24, Minnesota 29 (Rubio out). Technical–Dunleavy.

NHL EASTERN CONFERENCE

Atlantic Division GP W L OT Pts GF Tampa Bay 12 8 3 1 17 42 Montreal 12 8 3 1 17 31 Detroit 11 6 2 3 15 29 Boston 13 7 6 0 14 36 Toronto 11 6 4 1 13 32 Ottawa 10 5 3 2 12 28 Florida 9 4 2 3 11 14 Buffalo 13 3 9 1 7 16 Metropolitan Division GP W L OT Pts GF Pittsburgh 10 7 2 1 15 41 New Jersey 11 6 3 2 14 33 N.Y. Islanders 11 6 5 0 12 36 N.Y. Rangers 10 5 4 1 11 27 Philadelphia 11 4 5 2 10 33 Washington 11 4 5 2 10 35 Columbus 11 4 7 0 8 28 Carolina 10 2 6 2 6 21

GA 32 35 24 32 28 26 18 43 GA 22 36 39 31 38 33 37 35

WESTERN CONFERENCE

Central Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Nashville 11 7 2 2 16 29 22 Minnesota 10 7 3 0 14 35 18 St. Louis 10 6 3 1 13 25 20 Winnipeg 12 6 5 1 13 22 26 Chicago 12 6 5 1 13 29 23 Dallas 11 4 3 4 12 34 39 Colorado 13 3 5 5 11 31 38 Pacific Division GP W L OT Pts GF GA Anaheim 13 10 3 0 20 36 24 Vancouver 12 8 4 0 16 38 34 Calgary 13 7 4 2 16 37 29 San Jose 13 7 4 2 16 41 35 Los Angeles 12 6 4 2 14 28 26 Edmonton 11 4 6 1 9 29 39 Arizona 11 4 6 1 9 28 42 Note: Two points for a win, one point for overtime loss.

Saturday’s results Winnipeg 1, N.Y. Rangers 0, SO St. Louis 3, Colorado 2, SO Boston 4, Ottawa 2 Toronto 3, Chicago 2 Tampa Bay 4, Washington 3 Florida 2, Philadelphia 1 New Jersey 3, Columbus 2 Pittsburgh 5, Buffalo 0 Carolina 3, Arizona 0 Minnesota 4, Dallas 1 Vancouver 3, Edmonton 2 San Jose 3, N.Y. Islanders 1 Sunday’s results Buffalo 3, Detroit 2, SO Carolina 3, Los Angeles 2 Calgary 6, Montreal 2 Arizona 6, Washington 5 Anaheim 3, Colorado 2 Winnipeg 1, Chicago 0 Nashville 3, Vancouver 1 Today’s game St. Louis at N.Y. Rangers, 6 p.m.

Saturday’s box score

MAPLE LEAFS 3, BLACKHAWKS 2 Chicago 1 1 0 — 2 Toronto 1 1 1 — 3 First Period–1, Toronto, Kadri 4 (Winnik, Kessel), 14:10. 2, Chicago, Richards 1 (Seabrook, Saad), 16:28 (pp). Penalties–Bickell, Chi (tripping), 2:24; Carrick, Tor (hooking), 15:02.

Second Period–3, Chicago, Seabrook 2 (Kane), 4:18 (pp). 4, Toronto, J.van Riemsdyk 5, 5:22. Penalties–Bozak, Tor (hooking), 3:41.

Third Period–5, Toronto, Holland 1 (Komarov), 2:21. Penalties–Robidas, Tor (high-sticking), 3:53; Oduya, Chi (slashing), 8:58; Clarkson, Tor (tripping), 14:41; Seabrook, Chi (boarding), 15:40.

Shots on Goal–Chicago 10-11-26–47.

Toronto 10-10-7–27.

Power-play opportunities–Chicago 2 of 4; Toronto 0 of 3.

Goalies–Chicago, Crawford 3-1-1 (27 shots-24 saves). Toronto, Reimer 3-1-0 (47-45).

Sunday’s box score

JETS 1, BLACKHAWKS 0 Winnipeg 1 0 0 — 1 Chicago 0 0 0 — 0 First Period–1, Winnipeg, Frolik 1 (Ladd, Bogosian), :20. Penalties–Lowry, Wpg (cross-checking), 7:07; Saad, Chi (roughing), 10:34; Sharp, Chi (boarding), 13:42.

Second Period–None. Penalties–Trouba, Wpg (hooking), 8:36.

Third Period–None. Penalties–None.

Shots on Goal–Winnipeg 10-8-9–27.

Chicago 9-11-13–33.

Power-play opportunities–Winnipeg 0 of 2; Chicago 0 of 2.

Goalies–Winnipeg, Hutchinson 1-1-0 (33 shots-33 saves). Chicago, Crawford 3-2-1 (27-26).

Auto racing NASCAR Sprint Cup

AAA Texas 500 Sunday At Texas Motor Speedway Fort Worth, Texas Lap length: 1.5 miles (Start position in parentheses) 1. (3) Jimmie Johnson, Chevrolet, 341 laps, 145 rating, 48 points.

2. (5) Kevin Harvick, Chevrolet, 341, 120, 43.

3. (26) Brad Keselowski, Ford, 341, 97.8, 42.

4. (9) Kyle Busch, Toyota, 341, 85.4, 40.

5. (21) Jamie McMurray, Chevrolet, 341, 85.7, 39.

6. (12) Dale Earnhardt Jr., Chevrolet, 341, 103.8, 38.

7. (17) Kyle Larson, Chevrolet, 341, 87.3, 37.

8. (4) Kurt Busch, Chevrolet, 341, 103.7, 37.

9. (11) Carl Edwards, Ford, 341, 76.9, 35.

10. (20) Denny Hamlin, Toyota, 341, 88.3, 35.

11. (6) Tony Stewart, Chevrolet, 341, 81.8, 33.

12. (10) Joey Logano, Ford, 341, 102.8, 32.

13. (19) Greg Biffle, Ford, 341, 74.7, 31.

14. (23) AJ Allmendinger, Chevrolet, 341, 72.1, 30.

15. (7) Ryan Newman, Chevrolet, 341, 102.9, 29.

16. (13) Brian Vickers, Toyota, 341, 85, 28.

17. (15) Paul Menard, Chevrolet, 341, 88.7, 27.

18. (38) Casey Mears, Chevrolet, 341, 59, 26.

19. (8) Martin Truex Jr., Chevrolet, 341, 81.9, 25.

20. (30) Justin Allgaier, Chevrolet, 341, 63.3, 24.

21. (29) Austin Dillon, Chevrolet, 341, 78.5, 23.

22. (33) Michael Annett, Chevrolet, 341, 57, 22.

23. (18) Ricky Stenhouse Jr., Ford, 341, 59.2, 21.

24. (22) Aric Almirola, Ford, 341, 58.7, 20.

25. (1) Matt Kenseth, Toyota, 341, 103.1, 20.

26. (40) Cole Whitt, Toyota, 341, 46, 18.

27. (16) Marcos Ambrose, Ford, 341, 62.1, 17.

28. (24) Clint Bowyer, Toyota, 341, 68.6, 16.

29. (2) Jeff Gordon, Chevrolet, 340, 110.8, 16.

30. (28) Michael McDowell, Ford, 338, 43.9, 14.

31. (39) J.J. Yeley, Toyota, 338, 37.5, 0.

32. (37) David Ragan, Ford, 338, 42.8, 12.

33. (32) Reed Sorenson, Chevrolet, 337, 46.2, 11.

34. (31) David Gilliland, Ford, 335, 33.1, 10.

35. (42) Timmy Hill, Chevrolet, 334, 31.9, 9.

36. (27) Danica Patrick, Chevrolet, 332, 42.4, 8.

37. (43) Joey Gase, Ford, 330, 28, 0.

38. (14) Kasey Kahne, Chevrolet, accident, 319, 79.8, 6.

39. (25) Trevor Bayne, Ford, accident, 318, 47.2, 0.

40. (41) Brett Moffitt, Toyota, accident, 283, 24.8, 4.

41. (36) Josh Wise, Chevrolet, 256, 28.7, 3.

42. (35) Alex Bowman, Toyota, engine, 245, 32.9, 2.

43. (34) Landon Cassill, Chevrolet, engine, 134, 39.3, 0.

Race Statistics Winner’s Average Speed: 132.239 mph Time: 3 hours, 52 minutes, 5 seconds.

Margin of Victory: 0.513 seconds.

Caution Flags: 13 for 61 laps.

Lead Changes: 23 among 7 drivers.

Leaders Summary (Driver, Times Led, Laps Led): J.Johnson, 9 times for 191 laps; M.Kenseth, 2 times for 59 laps; J.Gordon, 8 times for 49 laps; B.Keselowski, 2 times for 22 laps; Ku.Busch, 1 time for 15 laps; D.Hamlin, 1 time for 3 laps; K.Harvick, 1 time for 2 laps.

Wins: B.Keselowski, 6; J.Logano, 5; D.Earnhardt Jr., 4; J.Gordon, 4; J.Johnson, 4; K.Harvick, 3; C.Edwards, 2; A.Allmendinger, 1; A.Almirola, 1; Ku.Busch, 1; Ky.Busch, 1; D.Hamlin, 1; K.Kahne, 1.

Top 16 in Points: 1. J.Logano, 4,072; 2.

D.Hamlin, 4,072; 3. R.Newman, 4,070; 4.

J.Gordon, 4,060; 5. M.Kenseth, 4,059; 6.

C.Edwards, 4,059; 7. B.Keselowski, 4,055; 8. K.Harvick, 4,054; 9. Ky.Busch, 2,270; 10. D.Earnhardt Jr., 2,234; 11. J.Johnson, 2,234; 12. A.Allmendinger, 2,228; 13.

G.Biffle, 2,209; 14. Ku.Busch, 2,192; 15.

K.Kahne, 2,179; 16. A.Almirola, 2,144.

Golf CIMB Classic Sunday At Kuala Lumpur Golf & Country Club Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Purse: $7 million Yardage: 6,985; Par: 72 Final Round Ryan Moore 68-69-67-67 — 271 -17 Kevin Na 69-68-67-70 — 274 -14 Gary Woodland 71-70-66-67 — 274 -14 Sergio Garcia 69-68-68-69 — 274 -14 Bae Sang-moon0 71-68-68-69 — 276 -12 Cameron Smith 70-69-69-68 — 276 -12 John Senden 72-68-69-68 — 277 -11 Billy Hurley III 67-67-71-73 — 278 -10 Davis Love III 68-71-71-68 — 278 -10 Prom Meesawat 68-71-70-69 — 278 -10 Angelo Que 67-72-69-70 — 278 -10 Rory Sabbatini 70-72-70-66 — 278 -10 Champions Tour

Charles Schwab Cup Sunday At Desert Mountain Club (Cochise) Scottsdale, Arizona Purse: $2.5 million Yardage: 6,929; Par 70 Final (x-won on fourth playoff hole) x-Tom Pernice Jr. 65-67-70-67 — 269 -11 Jay Haas 66-62-75-66 — 269 -11 Kenny Perry 66-68-68-68 — 270 -10 Bernhard Langer 66-70-70-65 — 271 -9 Colin Montgomerie 71-67-66-67 — 271 -9 Olin Browne 68-67-71-67 — 273 -7 Fred Couples 71-64-69-70 — 274 -6 Wes Short, Jr. 69-67-69-69 — 274 -6 Michael Allen 69-66-70-70 — 275 -5 Gene Sauers 68-68-69-70 — 275 -5

Fubon LPGA Taiwan Championship Sunday At Miramar Resort and Country Club Taipei, Taiwan Purse: $2 million Yardage: 6,429; Par: 72 Final Inbee Park 64-62-69-71 — 266 -22 Stacy Lewis 67-68-64-69—268 -20 Lydia Ko 69-65-71-66—271 -17 Azahara Munoz 68-66-69-69—272 -16 Amy Yang 70-68-68-68—274 -14 Shanshan Feng 64-65-70-76—275 -13 Pernilla Lindberg 69-71-69-67—276 -12 So Yeon Ryu 66-70-68-72—276 -12 Sandra Gal 71-68-69-69—277 -11 Eun-Hee Ji 67-71-68-71—277 -11 Brittany Lang 70-67-68-72—277 -11 Mariajo Uribe 71-67-67-72—277 -11 Mirim Lee 72-62-73-71 — 278 -10

MLS playoffs CONFERENCE SEMIFINALS Eastern Conference New England 1, Columbus 0 Leg 1 – Saturday’s result New England 4, Columbus 2 Leg 2 – Sunday, Nov. 9 Columbus at New England New York 1, D.C. United 0 Leg 1 – Sunday’s result New York 2, D.C. United 0 Leg 2 – Saturday, Nov. 8 New York at D.C. United Western Conference LA Galaxy 0, Real Salt Lake 0 Leg 1 – Saturday’s result LA Galaxy 0, Real Salt Lake 0 Leg 2 – Sunday, Nov. 9 Real Salt Lake at LA Galaxy Seattle vs. FC Dallas Leg 1 – Sunday’s result Seattle 1, FC Dallas 1 Leg 2 – Saturday, Nov. 8 FC Dallas at Seattle

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT LEE COUNTY - DIXON, ILLINOIS NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC PLAINTIFF VS TAMARA DELISLE A/K/A TAMARA A. DELISLE A/K/A TAMARA A. WINSTEAD; TRACE DELISLE; RYAN DELISLE; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF RONALD DE LISLE A/K/A RONALD L. DELISLE, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; DEFENDANTS 13 CH 93 204 HUBBARD STREET AMBOY, IL 61310 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on October 7, 2014, LEE COUNTY SHERIFF in LEE County, Illinois, will on December 18, 2014, in OLD Lee County Courthouse112 E. 2ND STREET, DIXON, IL 61021, at 10:00AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of LEE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 02-15-15-357-015 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 204 HUBBARD STREET AMBOY, IL 61310 Description of Improvements: 1 STORY HOME WITH NO GARAGE The Judgment amount was $37,421.63.

Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 3722060. Please refer to file #PA1316507 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT LEE COUNTY - DIXON, ILLINOIS Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. PLAINTIFF

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DEFENDANTS

11 CH 00048 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 9/15/2014, the Sheriff of Lee County, Illinois will on 12/18/14 at the hour of 10:00AM at Lee County Courthouse 112 East Second Street Dixon, IL 61021, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Lee and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: REAL PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE COUNTY OF LEE, STATE OF ILLINOIS, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: PIN 02-15-14-356-008 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 645 E. Main Street Amboy, IL 61310 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

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

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

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 1411-11597.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY-MORRISON, ILLINOIS BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., PLAINTIFF vs.

STEVEN C. STOUDT; KRISTIE L. STOUDT; CITY OF ROCK FALLS; DEFENDANTS 14 CH 18 Address: 413 2nd Avenue Rock Falls, Illinois 61071 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 17, 2014, I, Sheriff of Whiteside County, Illinois, will on December 4, 2014 at the hour of 10:00 AM at the 3rd Floor Lobby of the Whiteside County Courthouse, 200 E. Knox St., Morrison, IL 61270, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Whiteside, State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: COMMON ADDRESS: 413 2nd Avenue, Rock Falls, Illinois 61071 P.I.N.: 11-28-440-008 The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

THE JUDGMENT AMOUNT WAS: $90,576.00 Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds; the balance, by certified funds, is due within twenty four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "as is" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale.

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

Pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512, the amounts of any surplus bid will be held by the sheriff until a party obtains a Court Order for its distribution, or for 60 days following the date of the entry of the order confirming sale, at which time, in the absence of an order directing payment of the surplus, it may be automatically forfeited to the State without further notice.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9 (g)(1) and (g)(4).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, 312-541-9710, telephone. Please refer to file number IL 14 9464.

Sheriff of Whiteside County, Illinois Johnson, Blumberg, & Associates, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite 1125 Chicago, Illinois 60606 Ph. 312-541-9710 Fax 312-541-9711 JB&A # IL 14 9464 Oct. 20, 27, Nov. 3, 2014

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ANNUAL STATEMENT OF AFFAIRS FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2014 BI-COUNTY SPECIAL EDUCATION COOPERATIVE 506 WEST 4TH STREET, SUITE B, STERLING, IL 61081

Copies of the detailed Annual Statement of Affairs for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2014 will be available for public inspection in the school district/joint agreement administrative office by December 1, 2014.

Individuals wanting to review this Annual Statement of Affairs should contact: BI-COUNTY SPECIAL EDUCATION COOPERATIVE 506 WEST 4TH STREET, SUITE B, STERLING, IL 61081 815-622-0858, Mon-Fri., 8am-4pm Also by January 15, 2015 the detailed Annual Statement of Affairs for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2014, will be posted on the Illinois State Board of Education's website@ www.isbe.net The following is the Annual Statement of Affairs Summary that is required to be published by the school district/joint agreement for the past fiscal year.

Statement of Operations as of June 30, 2014 EDUCATION FUND: Local Sources $2,612,627 Flow-Through Receipts/Revenues from One District to Another District $15,957 State Sources $870,909 Federal Sources $2,626,440 Total Direct Receipts/Revenues $6,125,933 Total Direct Disbursements/ Expenditures $6,027,108 Beginning Fund Balances- July 1, 2013 $344,425 Ending Fund Balances- June 30, 2014 $443,250 GROSS PAYMENT FOR CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL: Salary Range Less than $25,000: Sibyl Acker, Jennifer Anderson, Scott Berge, Lonnie Chattic, Theresa Dash, Candice Davila, Chelsea DePasquale, Sara Dodson, Maureen Dorman, Lisa Fink, Elizabeth Folgers, Yvonne Hurlburt, Carla Jaquet, Jeffery Lattimer, Selena markely, Caitlin McCartney, Peter Micale IV, Alastair Muir, Candi Parsons, Amy Poci, Jamie Antonia Rodriguez, Abigail Sandrock, Paula Schares, Meg Schmidt, Carla Seifert, Jessica Slown, Constance Swanson-DeSpain, Laurie Taylor, Kay Weinrich $25,000-$39,999: Jane Brackemeyer, Anna Brady, Lisa Brininger, Karla Burnett, Allison Eades, Brittany Hoffmire, Nicole Lutes, Jenny Malooly, Kim Martin, Rebecca Temple, Cassie Tylkowski $40,000-$59,999: Laurel Allspaugh, Rae Bardell, Karen Beggs, Charles Berry, Eric Birkmeier, Linda Boardsen, Wayne Brewer, Debra Brown, Julie Carrion, Johnna Comer, Jennifer Curran, Darci Fiorini, Stephanie Guenther, Kelly Harry, Dustin Merrill, Amy Palzkil, Danielle Reed, James Reed, Joanna Schanke, Kathryn Schoaf, Dana Sharer, Sheri Stohl, Arlett VanDamme, Rhonda Veracini, Michelle Wieler $60,000-$89,999: Charlotte Atherton, Deborah Bubrick, Barbara Burger, Ruth Durling, Julia Garland, Mary Ann Guttman, Laurie Heston, Gay Hull, Judith Johansen, Marilyn Klocke, Denise Meyer, Donna Millard, Sally Noll, Linda Rodriguez, Neal Scheider, Joan Sparapani $90,000 and over: Drew E. Hoffman GROSS PAYMENT FOR NON-CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL: Less than $25,000: Melissa Abell, Scott Allspaugh, Crystal Anger, Roberta Bardier, Kathy Bielema, Laura Bogott, Deborah Brottmiller, Phil Buyno, Tom Castaneda, Terra Collins, Theresa Dash, Chelsea Depasquale, Sara Dodson, Maureen Dorman, Susan Ebersohl, Sheila Fisher, Sally Furr, Stacey Graham, Amber Halverson, Cyntia Hernandez, Valory Jimenez, Jennifer Johnson, Amy Jo Jones Pepper, Kaitlyn Kelly, Catherine Kuehl, Jeffrey Lattimer, Jenna Lopez, Jose Martinez, Tyler Morel, Susan Nelson, Wendy Parker, Kelsey Pierce, Cynthia Pratt, Jill Ramirez, Gloria Rodriguez, Marsha Rogiewicz, Janet Ruiz, Terry Schueler, Diane Stremlau, Connie Tegeler, Rylie Walters, Renee Wetzell, Robin Woodard, Mary Adams, Dana Anderson, Kris Arduini, Joanne Bender, Tina Bieneman, Jessica bowman, Crystal Burtlow, Elvia Canas, Diana Chumacero, Laura Conklen, Rebekka Davis, Carmel Dieken, Earlene Donley-EL, Tammy Doughty, Amber Farnham, Irene Flores, Herminia Garcia, Diane Green, Rani Handschke, Sara Howell, April Johnson, Kari Johnson, Betty Jordan, Jennifer Knapp, Lindsay Kuehl, Susan Lengfelder, Cynthia Mapson, Diana Meier, Viola Munson, Katie Newbury, Linda Pennell, Frances Plude, Matthew Prevo, Gregg Ripley, Mandi Roggy, Paula Rosene, Abigail Sandrock, Patricia Specht, Linda Stroup, Traci Truitt, Tara Ward, Caroline Willett, Michael Allspaugh, Jennifer Anderson, Janet Arnold, Roberta Berwanger, Linda Boardsen, Kathleen Briknmeier, Kimerely Butzen, Jami Castaneda, Misti Clarida, Will Costello, Sheryl Deckro, Kim Dodd, Marlene Dorathy, Curtis Ebersohl, Lisa Frank, Seana Frint, Angela Gladhill, Jeremy Haak, Cheryl Hepner, Constance Jensen, Cheryl Johnson, Brandi Jones, Ashley Keesy, Karen Koster, Anne Latchford, Jennifer Lewallen, Selena Markley, Brenda Melton, Eugenia Nailor, Jane Nielsen, Colleen Petrosky, Amy Poci, Lena Quintana, Christi Jo Robinson, Michael Roggy, Ashley Ruch, Paula Schares, Suzette Stevens, Janice Stuart, Diana VanRiet, Kay Weinrich, Jennifer Witmer $25,000-$39,999: Susan Minor, Deana Nagy Salary Range: $40,000 - $59,999: Kari Pillars Payments over $2,500, excluding wages and salaries. After Hours Computers 52,793; Allspaugh, Laurel 3,682; AT&T 16,111; Bardell, Rae 3,378; Bi County Imprest 4,058; Birkmeier, Eric 6,100; Blue Cross Blue Shield 485,588; Bi County Sped Ed Assoc 26,287; Bubrick, Deborah L 2,768; Chadwick-Mvlle #399 5,625; Crisis Prevention Inst 2,585; Durling, Ruth 5,803; E.Coloma/Nelson #20 6,250; Eastland CUD#308 3,125; EBS 125 Accounty 32,702; First Student Inc 10,183; Fort Dearborn Life Dental 14,596; Dearborn National Life Ins 9,816; Gorenz and Associates 8,980; Harry, Kelly 4,309; Heston, Laurie 3,253; Hoffman, Drew 29,876; Home Science Tools 3,066; Hull, Gay 2,847; Hurley, Ed & Marlene 5,700; ICRMT 15,796; I.D.E.S. 5,340; IL Dept of Revenue 164,115; Illinois Valley Music 3,900; IMRF 153,688; Iowa Dept of Revenue 10,165; Lutes, Nicole 3,923; Meyer, Denise 3,064; Midland Paper 3,363; Morrison CUSD#6 21,275; News 2 Pitney Bowes You 3769; Northwestern IL Assoc 98459; Payroll 2731794; Pearson Assessments 5870; 4588; Public Consulting Group 23913; Robbins, Schwartz 16231; Rock Falls #13 72187; SBM 8208; School Specialty 2899; Select Employees CU 98013; Self Help Enterprises 38466; Soliant Health 94956; SOS Inc 70380; Staples Advantage 27352; Sterling CUD#5 80705; THIS 51593; Timberling Biling Svc 6665; Travelers 142697; TRS 9.4% 286976; TRS 9.78% 188538; TRS Nec 17709; US Bank MC 98330; US Bank FIT 393962; US Bank CC 15208; US Bank SS 117970; US Cellular 2580; VALIC 86846; Veracini, Rhonda 3201 WACC 25000; WalMart CC 5528; Wiersema Charter Svc 2578 Drew Hoffman, Director IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY MORRISON, ILLINOIS PHH Mortgage Corporation PLAINTIFF Vs. Daniel R. Willstead; et. al.

DEFENDANTS

13 CH 00014 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 7/3/2013, the Sheriff of Whiteside County, Illinois will on 12/4/14 at the hour of 10:00AM at Whiteside County Courthouse 200 E. Knox St, 3rd Floor Lobby Morrison, IL 61270, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Whiteside and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 33 IN DURSTINE'S SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTH 20 ACRES OF LOT 4 OF THE SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER AND THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 34, TOWNSHIP 21 NORTH, RANGE 7 EAST OF THE 4TH P.M., IN WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN BOOK 7 OF PLATS, PAGE 6; SITUATED IN WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 11-34-109-022 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1318 Avenue A Rock Falls, IL 61071 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

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

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

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-12-35293.

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

Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. PLAINTIFF

Vs.

William P. Lawmorie; et. al.

DEFENDANTS

11 CH 00048 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 9/15/2014, the Sheriff of Lee County, Illinois will on 12/18/14 at the hour of 10:00AM at Lee County Courthouse 112 East Second Street Dixon, IL 61021, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Lee and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: REAL PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE COUNTY OF LEE, STATE OF ILLINOIS, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: A PART OF LOT 8 IN THOMPSON'S ADDITION TO THE TOWN, NOW CITY OF AMBOY, BOUNDED AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING ON THE SOUTH LINE OF MAIN STREET IN SAID CITY OF AMBOY, 143 FEET EASTERLY FROM THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT 8 IN SAID THOMPSON'S ADDITION; THENCE SOUTHERLY AT RIGHT ANGLES TO THE MAIN STREET LINE AND PARALLEL WITH THE WESTERLY LINE OF SAID LOT 8, 300 FEET; THENCE AT RIGHT ANGLES EASTERLY, A DISTANCE OF 87 FEET ALONG THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF SAID LOT 8; THENCE AT RIGHT ANGLES NORTHERLY PARALLEL WITH THE EASTERLY BOUNDARY LINE OF SAID LOT 8, A DISTANCE OF 300 FEET TO THE NORTHERLY LINE OF SAID LOT 8; AND THENCE AT RIGHT ANGLES WESTERLY ALONG THE NORTHERLY LINE OF SAID LOT 8; A DISTANCE OF 87 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING; ALL IN THE COUNTY OF LEE, STATE OF ILLINOIS, AND ALL APPURTENANCES THERETO. PIN 02-15-14-356-008 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 645 E. Main Street Amboy, IL 61310 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

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

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

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-11-11597.

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November 3, 2014 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT LEE COUNTY - DIXON, ILLINOIS JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association PLAINTIFF Vs. Kaiti B. Swanson; et. al.

DEFENDANTS

14 CH 00012 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 5/5/2014, the Sheriff of Lee County, Illinois will on 12/11/14 at the hour of 10:00AM at Lee County Courthouse 112 East Second Street Dixon, IL 61021, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Lee and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 13, BLOCK 6, SECOND ADDITION TO ORCHARD SUBDIVISION, BEING A PART OF LOT 4, OF MOLLERS SURVEY, IN SECTION 29, TOWNSHIP 22 NORTH, RANGE 9 EAST OF THE 4TH P.M., ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED APRIL 23, 1969 IN BOOK "G" OF PLATS, PAGE 40, AS DOCUMENT 364707, ALL SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF LEE, IN THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, WHICH PLAT WAS AMENDED BY AN AFFIDAVIT RECORDED FEBRUARY 24, 1970 IN MISCELLANEOUS BOOK 65 AT PAGE 217 AS DOCUMENT NO. 368478.

PIN 07-02-29-426-013 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1605 Bonnie Avenue Dixon, IL 61021 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

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

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

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-14-02551.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY - MORRISON, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION PLAINTIFF VS TRAVIS W. MOORE A/K/A TRAVIS MOORE; DEFENDANTS 13 CH 194 23258 RIDGE ROAD STERLING, IL 61081 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on September 3, 2014, WHITESIDE COUNTY SHERIFF in WHITESIDE County, Illinois, will on December 4, 2014, in Whiteside County Courthouse, Third Floor Lobby 200 E. Knox Street, Morrison, IL 61270, at 10:00AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of WHITESIDE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: PART OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 6, TOWNSHIP 22 NORTH, RANGE 7 EAST OF THE 4TH P.M, IN WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT A STEEL ROD IN THE ROAD AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 6, TOWNSHIP 22 NORTH, RANGE 7 EAST OF THE 4TH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THENCE EAST ON THE NORTH LINE OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 6, A DISTANCE OF 184 FEET TO A STEEL ROD; THENCE SOUTH, PARALLEL WITH THE WEST LINE OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 6, A DISTANCE OF 192 FEET TO A STEEL ROD; THENCE WEST, PARALLEL WITH THE NORTH LINE OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 6, A DISTANCE OF 184 FEET TO A STEEL ROD ON THE WEST LINE OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 6; THENCE NORTH ON THE WEST LINE OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 6, A DISTANCE OF 192 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. TAX NO. 05-06-300-002 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 23258 RIDGE ROAD STERLING, IL 61081 Description of Improvements: GRAY VINYL SIDED SINGLE FAMILY WITH A DETACHED THREE CAR GARAGE The Judgment amount was $129,177.57. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH".

The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com.

Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1311837 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

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ANNUAL STATEMENT OF AFFAIRS SUMMARY FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2014 Copies of the detailed Annual Statement of Affairs for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2014 will be available for public inspection in the school district administrative office by December 1, 2014. Individuals wanting to review the Annual Statement of Affairs should contact: East Coloma-Nelson CESD 20 1602 Dixon Road, Rock Falls, IL 61071 815-625-4400 8:00 A.M.- 4:00 P.M. Also by January 15, 2015 the detailed Annual Statement of Affairs for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2014 will be posted on the Illinois State Board of Education's website @ www.isbe.net.

Statement of Operations as of June 30, 2014 Education Fund: Revenue: Local Sources, $1,010,443; State Sources, $799,984; Federal Sources, $113,930; Total Direct Receipts/Revenue, $1,924,357. Total Direct Disbursements/Expenditures: $1,761,129. Beginning Fund Balance July 1, 2013, $0.00. Other changes in Fund Balance: $602,153. Ending Fund Balance June 30, 2014, $765,381.

Operations & Maintenance Fund: Revenue: Local Sources, $190,219; State Sources: 50,000. Total Direct Receipts/Revenues, $240,219. Total Direct Disbursements/Expenditures: $188,003. Beginning Fund Balance July 1, 2013, $0.00. Other Changes in Fund Balance: $255,632.

Ending Fund Balance June 30, 2014, $307,848.

Debt Services: Revenue: Local Sources, $193,577; Total Direct Receipts/Revenues, $193,577. Total Direct Disbursements/Expenditures, $191,242. Beginning Fund Balance July 1, 2013, $0.00. Other changes in Fund Balance: $116,007. Ending Fund Balance June 30, 2014, $118,342.

Transportation Fund: Revenue: Local Sources, $67,700; State sources, $131,023; Total Direct Receipts/Revenues, $198,723. Total Direct Disbursements/Expenditures, $152,650. Beginning Fund Balance July 1, 2013, $0.00. Other Changes in Fund Balance, $95,144. Ending Fund Balance June 30, 2014, $141,217.

Municipal Retirement/Social Security Fund: Revenue: Local Sources, $70,652; Total Total Direct Disbursements/Expenditures, Direct Receipts/Revenues, $70,652. $54,910. Beginning Fund Balance July 1, 2013, $0.00. Other changes in Fund Balance, $54,844. Ending Fund Balance June 30, 2014, $70,586.

Working Cash Fund: Revenue: Local Sources, $22,351; Total Direct Receipts/Revenues, $22,351.

Beginning Fund Balance July 1, 2013 $0.00. Other changes in Fund Balance, $514,073. Ending Fund Balance June 30, 2014, $536,424.

Tort Fund: Revenue: Local Sources, $117,315; Total Direct Receipts/Revenues, $117,315. Total Direct Disbursements/Expenditures, $117,535. Beginning Fund Balance July 1, 2013, $0.00. Other changes in Fund Balance, $81,881. Ending Fund Balance July 1, 2014, $81,661.

Fire Prevention & Safety Fund: Revenue: Local Sources, $6,827; Total Direct Receipts/Revenue, $6,827. Beginning Fund Balance July 1, 2013, $0.00. Other changes in Fund Balance, & 54,945. Ending Fund Balance June 30, 2014, $61,772.

Salary Schedule of Gross Payments for Certificated and Non-Certificated Personnel Gross Payment for Certificated Personnel: Salary Range: Less than $25,000: Scott Berge, Debra Bley, Bridgette Clark, Erica DeNeve, Chelsea Depasquale, Maureen Fischbach, Elizabeth Folgers, Tom Frank, Donna Grennan, Tracy Hand, Rick Henderson, Paul Hildebrand, Tim Johnson, Ron Kivisto, Torrie Kosic, George Logan, Jose Martinez, Kengela Robbins, Gloria Rodriguiz, Michele Salvatori, Abigail Sandrock, Ben Schott, Brody Sharp, Jamison Wiersema, Julie Woessner, Roberta Berwanger, Shirley Upstone.

Salary Range: $25,000 - $39,999: Brandi Duchay, James Geer, Katherine Lacy, Bree Peugh, Rebecca Repass, Nikole Rivera, Rebecca Shepherd, Laura Spreier, Virginia Whaley, Jessica Wollenburg.

Salary Range: $40,000 $59,999: Brooke Dir, Julia Gallentine, Trisha Hippen, Mary Mammosser, Merlin Martin, Nicole Sands, Dr. Gregory Lutyens. Salary Range: $60,000 - $89,999: Lois Bartelt, Robbin Boerjan, David Chavira, Pamela Gascoigne, Karla Mellott. Gross Payment for Non-Certificated Personnel: Salary Range: Less than $25,000: Jerry Adams, Mike Anderson, Crystal Anger, Gwyn Brown, Lorena Conway, Sheryl Deckro, Sueann Dravis, James Faivre, Elizabeth Folgers, Laurie Frank, Sally Furr, Pamela Gascoigne, Eric Hernandez, Danielle Lombardo, Kim Lutz, Laura Rockwell, Kathy Ross, Caitlyn Wade, Joel Waldschmidt, Linda Warrner, Julie Woessner. Salary Range: $25,000 - $39,000: Carol Lubbs and Tim Ratliff. Salary Range: $40,000 $59,999: Barbara Harrington.

Payments to Person, Firm, or Corporation Over $2,500: Payments over $2,500, excluding wages and salaries: Jerry Adams, $3,977; AmSan LLC, $8,407; AT & T, $3,754; Blue Cross and Blue Shield of IL, $172,834; Bi-County Special Ed, $100,586; Card Services Center, $5,345; City of Rock Falls Utilities Office, $32,859; Constellation NewEnergy, $20,816; Dave?s Landscaping, $5,290; Delta-Dental Risk, $8,856; East Coloma-Nelson Activity Fund, $2,830; First Student, Inc.; $133,039; Gold Star FS, Inc., $13,933; Gorenz & Associates, Ltd., $11,680; Illinois Association of School Boards, $6,392; Illinois Director of Employment Security, $27,314; Illinois Valley Business Machines, $7,143; Imprest Fund, $7,554; Joe?s Sewer & Septic, $5,428; Lectronics, $2,670; LSSI, $3,260; Midland States Bank, $13,992; Open DNS, $2,812; PCM-G, $3,396.57; Pearson Education, $2,782.36; Renaissance, $5,511.55; RE Powered, $3,930; RF Elementary, $43,106.16; Richard L. Johnson, $12,933.01; Robbins, Schwartz, Lifton, Taylor, $2,520; Americorps of SVCC, $5,400; Sauk Valley Bank, $177,306.60; Turners Electric, $2,910; STI, Software, $3,119.25; T6 Broadband, $3,289; Tyler Technologies, $6,951.69; WCSITISDA, $19,234; Workers Compensation, $17,845; White Pines Ranch, $4,796.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY-MORRISON, ILLINOIS

BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., PLAINTIFF vs.

STEVEN C. STOUDT; KRISTIE L. STOUDT; CITY OF ROCK FALLS; DEFENDANTS 14 CH 18 Address: 413 2nd Avenue Rock Falls, Illinois 61071 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 17, 2014, I, Sheriff of Whiteside County, Illinois, will on December 4, 2014 at the hour of 10:00 AM at the 3rd Floor Lobby of the Whiteside County Courthouse, 200 E. Knox St., Morrison, IL 61270, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Whiteside, State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 12 IN BLOCK 17 IN MERRILL'S SECOND ADDITION TO THE CITY OF ROCK FALLS, IN WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. COMMON ADDRESS: 413 2nd Avenue, Rock Falls, Illinois 61071 P.I.N.: 11-28-440-008 The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

THE JUDGMENT AMOUNT WAS: $90,576.00 Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds; the balance, by certified funds, is due within twenty four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "as is" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and Plaintiff makes no representations as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

Pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512, the amounts of any surplus bid will be held by the sheriff until a party obtains a Court Order for its distribution, or for 60 days following the date of the entry of the order confirming sale, at which time, in the absence of an order directing payment of the surplus, it may be automatically forfeited to the State without further notice.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, 312-541-9710, telephone.

Please refer to file number IL 14 9464.

Sheriff of Whiteside County, Illinois Johnson, Blumberg, & Associates, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite 1125 Chicago, Illinois 60606 Ph. 312-541-9710 Fax 312-541-9711 JB&A # IL 14 9464 Oct. 20, 27, Nov. 3, 2014

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November 3, 2014 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT LEE COUNTY - DIXON, ILLINOIS

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 15TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT LEE COUNTY - DIXON, ILLINOIS

U.S. Bank National Association PLAINTIFF Vs.

NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC PLAINTIFF VS

Vickie L. Herwig; et. al.

DEFENDANTS

TAMARA DELISLE A/K/A TAMARA A. DELISLE A/K/A TAMARA A. WINSTEAD; TRACE DELISLE; RYAN DELISLE; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF RONALD DE LISLE A/K/A RONALD L. DELISLE, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; DEFENDANTS 13 CH 93 204 HUBBARD STREET AMBOY, IL 61310 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on October 7, 2014, LEE COUNTY SHERIFF in LEE County, Illinois, will on December 18, 2014, in OLD Lee County Courthouse112 E. 2ND STREET, DIXON, IL 61021, at 10:00AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of LEE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment:

12 CH 00149 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 9/15/2014, the Sheriff of Lee County, Illinois will on 12/18/14 at the hour of 10:00AM at Lee County Courthouse 112 East Second Street Dixon, IL 61021, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Lee and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: THE WESTERLY ONE-THIRD OF LOTS NUMBERED FIFTY-SEVEN (57) AND FIFTY-EIGHT (58) IN RIVERSIDE ADDITION TO THE CITY OF DIXON, SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF LEE AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. PIN 07-08-05-305-001 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1122 W. 4th Street Dixon, IL 61021 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

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

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

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-13-10721.

Nov. 3, 10, 17, 2014

THE SOUTH HALF (S1/2) OF LOTS TWENTY-SIX (26) AND TWENTYSEVEN (27) IN THE SUBDIVISION OF THE EAST HALF (E1/2) OF LOT ELEVEN (11) IN BLOCK NINE (9) IN FARWELL'S SECOND ADDITION TO THE TOWN (NOW CITY) OF AMBOY, REFERENCE BEING HAD TO THE RECORDED PLAT OF SAID SUBDIVISION RECORDED IN BOOK "Y" OF DEEDS ON PAGE 496, SITUATED IN LEE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. TAX NO. 02-15-15-357-015 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 204 HUBBARD STREET AMBOY, IL 61310 Description of Improvements: 1 STORY HOME WITH NO GARAGE The Judgment amount was $37,421.63.

Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH". The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1316507 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

Nov. 3, 10, 17, 2014

"THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE" W13-1653 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC; Plaintiff, VS. Tiffany N. Hudson f/k/a Tiffany N. Tucker; Defendants.

Case No. 13 CH 147 Judge Presiding NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE OF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to a judgment heretofore entered by the said court occurred in the above entitled cause, Sheriff Kelly C. Wilhelmi, Sheriff of Whiteside, Illinois, will on December 4, 2014, at the hour of 10:00 AM at Whiteside County Courthouse, Third Floor Lobby, 200 E. Knox St., Morrison, IL 61270, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate in the said judgment mentioned, situated in the County of Whiteside, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy such judgment to wit: THE SOUTH 80 FEET OF LOT 5 OF WOODS` FIRST ADDITION TO THE CITY OF MORRISON, AS LOCATED IN A PART OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 17, TOWNSHIP 21 NORTH, RANGE 5 EAST OF THE 4TH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS; ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED NOVEMBER 12, 1959 IN PLAT BOOK 10, PAGE 97.

C/K/A:601 Glenwood Drive, Morrison, IL 61270 PIN:09-17-101-034 The person to contact regarding information regarding this property is: Sales Dept., The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140, Chicago, IL 60603. Any questions regarding this sale should refer to file number W13-1653. The terms of the sale are Cash.

10% at time of sale, with the balance due within 24 hours. The property is improved by: Single Family Home. The Property is not open for inspection prior to sale. The real estate, together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and tenements, hereditament and appurtenances thereunto belonging shall be sold under such terms.

Russell C. Wirbicki (6186310) Laurence J. Goldstein (0999318) James A. Meece (6256386) Christopher J. Irk (6300084) Thomas J. Cassady (6307705) Daniel J. Gruber (6309148) Joseph S. Davidson (6301581) The Wirbicki Law Group LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140 Chicago, IL 60603 Phone: 312-360-9455 Fax: 312-572-7823 W13-1653 pleadings.il@wirbickilaw.com Oct. 27, Nov. 3,10, 2014

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL SECURITY GUARD SERVICES WHITESIDE COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY, 401 WEST 18TH STREET, ROCK FALLS, IL WILL BE ACCEPTING PROPOSALS FROM QUALIFIED FIRMS INTERESTED IN PROVIDING UNARMED SECURITY PROTECTION SERVICES AND INTENDS TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT UNDER CAPITAL FUND 501-13 FOR THE FOLLOWING HOUSING DEVELOPMENTS. COLOMA HOMES - IL32-1: 401 WEST 18TH STREET, ROCK FALLS, IL 61071: 125 UNITS GARDEN HOMES IL 32-2 WEST 7TH STREET, ROCK FALLS, IL 61071: 40 UNITS CIVIC PLAZA I - IL32-3 1101 5TH AVENUE, ROCK FALLS, IL 61071: 100 UNITS A PRE-PROPOSAL CONFERENCE WILL BE HELD AT 401 WEST 18TH STREET, ROCK FALLS, IL, ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12TH , 2014 AT 11:00 A.M. INTERESTED FIRMS ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND. PLEASE CONTACT LYNN DETER, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, OR SANDY BRIGHT, DEPUTY DIRECTOR, (815) 6250581 FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REGARDING THIS REQUEST AND TO OBTAIN A COPY OF THE REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL. . PROPOSALS ARE TO BE RECEIVED AT THE WHITESIDE COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY NO LATER THAN MONDAY, DECEMBER 1ST, BY 2:00 P.M. PROPOSALS SUBMITTED AFTER THIS DATE AND TIME WILL BE REJECTED. THE WHITESIDE COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY AND ALL PROPOSALS AND TO WAIVE ANY INFORMALITIES IN THE BIDDING PROCESS. THE WHITESIDE COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. LYNN DETER EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR October 25, 2014, November 3, 2014

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY ILLINOIS JENNFIER R. BALDWIN, Petitioner, v.

SHAD J. BALDWIN, Respondent Case No. 2014 D 165 ST NOTICE BY PUBLICATION Notice is given to Shad J. Baldwin, the party to be served by publication, that a Petition for Dissolution has been filed by Jennifer R. Baldwin in the above named Court, and remains pending. A default judgment may be entered against the Respondent, Gage S. Coon, on or after the 13th day of November, 2014, if he has not appeared or answered the Petition prior to that date, pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/2-206 and 207.

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"THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE" W13-1653 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC; Plaintiff, VS. Tiffany N. Hudson f/k/a Tiffany N. Tucker; Defendants.

Case No. 13 CH 147 Judge Presiding NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE OF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to a judgment heretofore entered by the said court occurred in the above entitled cause, Sheriff Kelly C. Wilhelmi, Sheriff of Whiteside, Illinois, will on December 4, 2014, at the hour of 10:00 AM at Whiteside County Courthouse, Third Floor Lobby, 200 E. Knox St., Morrison, IL 61270, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate in the said judgment mentioned, situated in the County of Whiteside, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy such judgment to wit: C/K/A:601 Glenwood Drive, Morrison, IL 61270 PIN:09-17-101-034 The person to contact regarding information regarding this property is: Sales Dept., The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140, Chicago, IL 60603. Any questions regarding this sale should refer to file number W13-1653. The terms of the sale are Cash.

10% at time of sale, with the balance due within 24 hours. The property is improved by: Single Family Home. The Property is not open for inspection prior to sale. The real estate, together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and tenements, hereditament and appurtenances thereunto belonging shall be sold under such terms.

Russell C. Wirbicki (6186310) Laurence J. Goldstein (0999318) James A. Meece (6256386) Christopher J. Irk (6300084) Thomas J. Cassady (6307705) Daniel J. Gruber (6309148) Joseph S. Davidson (6301581) The Wirbicki Law Group LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1140 Chicago, IL 60603 Phone: 312-360-9455 Fax: 312-572-7823 W13-1653 pleadings.il@wirbickilaw.com Oct. 27, Nov. 3,10, 2014

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT LEE COUNTY - DIXON, ILLINOIS U.S. Bank National Association PLAINTIFF Vs.

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12 CH 00149 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 9/15/2014, the Sheriff of Lee County, Illinois will on 12/18/14 at the hour of 10:00AM at Lee County Courthouse 112 East Second Street Dixon, IL 61021, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Lee and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 07-08-05-305-001 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1122 W. 4th Street Dixon, IL 61021 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

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

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

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 1413-10721.

Nov. 3, 10, 17, 2014

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT LEE COUNTY - DIXON, ILLINOIS JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association PLAINTIFF Vs. Kaiti B. Swanson; et. al.

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14 CH 00012 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 5/5/2014, the Sheriff of Lee County, Illinois will on 12/11/14 at the hour of 10:00AM at Lee County Courthouse 112 East Second Street Dixon, IL 61021, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Lee and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 07-02-29-426-013 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1605 Bonnie Avenue Dixon, IL 61021 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

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

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

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

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IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 1414-02551.

Oct. 27, Nov. 3, 10, 2014

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY MORRISON, ILLINOIS PHH Mortgage Corporation PLAINTIFF Vs. Daniel R. Willstead; et. al.

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13 CH 00014 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 7/3/2013, the Sheriff of Whiteside County, Illinois will on 12/4/14 at the hour of 10:00AM at Whiteside County Courthouse 200 E. Knox St, 3rd Floor Lobby Morrison, IL 61270, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of Whiteside and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 11-34-109-022 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1318 Avenue A Rock Falls, IL 61071 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

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

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

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 1412-35293.

Oct. 20, 27, Nov. 3, 2014

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY - MORRISON, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION PLAINTIFF VS TRAVIS W. MOORE A/K/A TRAVIS MOORE; DEFENDANTS 13 CH 194 23258 RIDGE ROAD STERLING, IL 61081 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT ***THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE*** PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by said Court in the above entitled cause on September 3, 2014, WHITESIDE COUNTY SHERIFF in WHITESIDE County, Illinois, will on December 4, 2014, in Whiteside County Courthouse, Third Floor Lobby 200 E. Knox Street, Morrison, IL 61270, at 10:00AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of WHITESIDE, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 05-06-300-002 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 23258 RIDGE ROAD STERLING, IL 61081 Description of Improvements: GRAY VINYL SIDED SINGLE FAMILY WITH A DETACHED THREE CAR GARAGE The Judgment amount was $129,177.57. Sale Terms: This is an "AS IS" sale for "CASH".

The successful bidder must deposit 25% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DYAS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For Information: Visit our website at http:\\service.atty-pierce.com.

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Tel. No. (312) 372-2060. Please refer to file #PA1311837 Plaintiff's attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

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PETS & PET SUPPLIES 775

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Frigidaire Gallery for Dishwasher sale due to remodeling, used only a few times, $250 / obo 815-590-8004

762

Hoveround excellent condition.

Never used out doors. Best Offer!

815-732-6530

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APPLIANCES

755

EOE

To apply, contact Rhonda Biller, Administrator 703 E. Buffalo Street • Polo, IL 61064 (815) 946-2203 www.petersenhealthcare.net

Wendler Engineering Services, Inc. is looking for a dynamic motivated individual for a full-time bookkeeper/office manager position in their Dixon, Illinois office. Responsibilities include payroll preparation, daily operations including accounts payable, receivable, invoicing, monthly and year end reports, financial contract analysis, maintaining benefits program, records and compliance monitoring. Five to ten years minimum experience in a similar position required. Degree in Accounting or Finance and familiarity with Ajera Accounting Software, Excel, Word and Sage Fixed Asset Software preferred. Complete benefits package available. Wendler Engineering Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

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Part-time, Second Shifts Available Current IL License/Certification Required

To apply, contact Nyla Krabbenhoft, Administrator 430 Martin Road • Rock Falls, IL 61071 (815) 626-4575 www.petersenhealthcare.net EOE

Knie Appliance & TV Inc. is seeking a Full Time major home appliance Repair Person.

Must be neat, organized, enjoy working with people and have a good driving record. Previous appliance service experience required. Benefits package included.

Stop in or send application to: Knie Appliance & TV Inc., 3614 E. Lincolnway, Sterling, IL 61081, fax to 815-626-5641 or email application to: knieds@essex1.com.

EOE

Want to Buy Small plastic dog house.

815-946-4094.

Western snow plow, 7' 6” wide, 2 mounts, joy stick. $1800.

815-5353237.

FULL-TIME CUSTOM APPLICATOR

SELL

River Valley Cooperative has an opening for a full-time custom applicator in agronomy operations at our Fenton, IL location. Assistance is available for required certifications for qualified applicants. Contact Brian @ 815-7783339 for more information. Application forms available at this location and online at rivervalleycoop.com/careers. Submit applications online, via email to employment@rivervalleycoop.com, or mail to:

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Human Resources River Valley Cooperative P.O. Box 256 Eldridge, IA 52748 Equal Opportunity Employer

DD Homes

Believes YOU can make a difference by providing direct support to adults with special needs.

We are accepting applications for All Shifts for DSP positions & cooks.

Benefits include, but are not limited to: 401K • Health Insurance • Earned Vacation Time 9 Double-Time Holidays Set Schedules • Paid Activities • Free meals If you are an enthusiastic, caring individual with a H.S. Diploma or GED and valid D.L., please stop in to fill out an application anytime between 8am-4pm.

Open Interviews at YWCA in Sterling From 8-4 • 11/3/14

CNAs

We are accepting applicationns from Certified Nursing Assistants for PT dayss & nights and FT 2nd shift. Stop in and fill out an application or apply online atw www.good-sam.com. AA/EOE, M/F/Vet/ Handicap, Drug Free Workplace..

Good Samaritan Center - Proophets Riverview 3100 Mosher Dr. Prophettstown, IL 61277 Prophetts Riverview 815-537-5175

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FIND

Full & Part Time 2nd Shift Nurses

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Good Samaritan Center - Prophets Riverview 310 Mosher Dr. Prophetstown, IL 61277 815-537-5175 Prophets Riverview

DEDICATED DRIVERS WANTED Naeve Inc. is expanding their fleet. We are a family business and we understand family time at home is essential. Drivers will be home every weekend with the potential to be home a couple nights during the week.

85% of our freight is within 200 miles of Clinton, Iowa, and 15% of our freight is longer haul. 50% of our loads are drop and hook.

No touch freight.

All Trucks are thoroughly inspected and maintained every weekend. All drivers fill out a detailed maintenance report. We use all virgin times no caps.

Less paper work with E. Logs.

Potential to make $60,000 the first year.

Other advantages include BCBS health insurance, Delta Dental, Vision, Matching 401k, Paid Vacations; One week paid vacation before your first year. Fuel and Safety Bonus.

Drivers must have CDL with recent 2 year over the road experience.

We are looking for dedicated employees with a GOOD driving record, work history & attitude.

IF INTERESTED CALL NAEVE INC, AT 563-249-9292

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SAUK VALLEY

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Appliances

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Construction

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Deck Builders

Bicycles GREEN RIVER CYCLERY

We Take Your Fun Seriously!

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Dumpster Rental

www.greenrivercyclery.com Tues., Thurs., & Fri. 10-6 Wed. 10-4 & Sat. 8-12

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815-590-1677

Genl. Contracting Gilbertson Construction Residential & Commercial.

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Dumpster Rental for Clean-ups & Construction Small & Large containers avail.

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Find your dream home!

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Haul/Clean Service JOHN'S CLEANUP & REMOVAL Anything goes!!

Estate Cleanups PHONE 815-622-0240

Lewis Plumbing 815-288-0028 Serving All of the Sauk Valley Area Lic.#058-173956

Power Washing Frank's Anything Power Washing Stripping Paint & Cleaning Homes, Decks, Driveways Commercial & Residential * Fully Insured * Call 815-213-0675

Snowplowing Commercial Snow Plowing 815-857-3281 815-716-3023

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PASTURE FOR RENT

811

FARMLAND FOR RENT Lee and Ogle Counties 931.9 acres nearly contiguous, split by I-39.

Located primarily on Hayes Road.

Soils are mainly Saybrook, Elburn, Wyanet.

P.I. 133.

Written bids will be accepted until Friday, November 7, 2014 at 5pm

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$37,999*

13 BUICK ENCLAVE CXL

$34,999*

2013 LINCOLN MKX ELITE

2013 FORD EDGE LIMITED

$28,999*

2012 CADILLAC SRX

840

1 black Angus cow, and black Angus heifer calf.

815-677-6670

POULTRY / SUPPLIES

845

865

Quality Farming Cash Rent, Share Crop, Custom Farming, Jerad Grossman Amboy, IL 815-716-7394 904

1950 Crosley Station wagon in running cond. $3,000 815-626-1789 1979 Ford Thunderbird, car show winner! Exc. cond.

815-946$6500.

3916 after 5pm

AUTOMOBILES

905

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2007 Ford Focus SES, good cond., no rust, 87,500 mi. $5500 815-6776910

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Runs good. $1200.

815-625-0201.

2004 Chevy Impala LS, good cond.

New tires, heated $3,300/ leather. obo. 815-288-3489

Laying hens, & meat hens $4each.

815-345-1415.

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905

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AUTOMOBILES

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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.

2008 Kia Rio LX, mi. good 102K cond. $4250/obo.

Blue book $6,000.

815-716-6574 2012 Nissan Altima SL Black, 4cyl.

Leather, back-up cam, Bose stereo, $16,000 815-440-6910 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.

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'05 Tahoe LS 4WD 3rd row, 118,000mi.

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2002 Yukon XL 1500, 5.1 engine, 4WD. automatic $4,900 OBO. Call 815-622-8055

TRUCKS

910

Offer expires 12/31/14 No Commercial Advertising, Pets, Garage Sales, Wood/ Fuel, Tickets/ Travel or Real Estate

1997 F350 ext. cab dually. Extra heavy duty. 5 spd. Low mi., 117K. Exc. running cond. With or w/o construction topper. $5500/obo.

815-622-0087.

'87 I-ROC Camaro, Dk. red 50K miles, newly restored, $14,000 leather, 815-677-7591

1998 Chevy S10, 211K mi. Very reliable. $1,000. Call 815-499Tom 4751.

Sales Your Site or Ours • Open Daily

PUBLIC AUCTION

Auction City Sales 2505 W. 4th St. Dixon, IL 61021 Tues. Nov. 4, 2014 3:00 P.M.

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• 100+ misc. bells, 100’s of pieces of costume jewelry, lots of retro collectible items • Jewelry boxes, porcelain dolls- many of these dolls are in their original boxes, Native American dolls.

• Craft, afghan, crochet books. Many 1950-80 lamps • A, B, C fire extinguishers full charged 20# • Lots & lots of knick knacks, adv. items (Campbells Soup) • Winston cig. adv. clock

Good auto washer, gas dryer (OK), sm. rollaway, 55” Mitsubishi flat screen TV OK, Kirby vacuum cleaner, Retro 52” round oak table, 1930’s style 5dr. chest, open metal bookcase, misc. stands & tables, sewing rocker, painted oak & wicker parlor table. This sale will have so many dolls and lots of small knick knacks, plus a truck load of furniture to come in Tues. morning. BIG SALE!

Food Stand

Auction City Sales Auctioneer: Lee Hollingsworth Phone 815-288-5814 IL. License #40000730

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Beautiful Black Cherry 2005 Harley Davidson, Heritage soft tail adult driven, tons of chrome, long shot custom exhaust system, alarm system, heated hand grips, leather bags with sissy bar & travel rack. Too much to list! $10,200 OBO Ask for Jimmy 815-590-1425

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