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ILLINOIS | BUDGET BATTLE

A stalemate-ending stopgap A temporary deal a year in the making: Rauner, lawmakers near agreement to keep government open SPRINGFIELD (AP) – Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner and Democrats in the General Assembly are nearing agreement on a plan to keep government open past today’s end of the fiscal year and ensure schools open in August, lawmakers said Wednesday.

The tentative agreement emerged after a day of hours-long meetings between

Rauner and Democratic leaders and could be brought up for votes on the House and Senate floors today – the day before the state is set to enter its second fiscal year without a spending plan.

Aides to Rauner and the Democratic leaders were not commenting on the tentative deal Wednesday evening. But Democratic Sen. Heather Steans, a Chi-

cago lawmaker involved in the budget negotiations, said she was “cautiously optimistic there’s a deal.”

Sen. Pam Althoff, a Republican from the Chicago suburb of McHenry, said the deal would fund operations for 6 months while financing elementary and secondary education for a full school year.

There would be a $485 million increase

for K-12 schools over the current year, she said. The plan includes the $235 million general increase the Republican governor proposed and a $250 million “equity” grant to help schools with low-income students. Chicago would get $100 million of the equity grant funding, said GOP Sen. Dave Syverson of Rockford.

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BUBBLING OVER WITH JOY IN STERLING

Concrete plans for riverfront Details nailed down for up to $5 million in bonds for projects

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ABOVE: Vivian Stern (left), 4, and her father, Mike Stern, both from Sterling, chase a bubble Wednesday evening at Sinnissippi Park in Sterling during a bubble show by Ben Jimenez. Jimenez put on the free show for more than 200 people in his hometown as he passed through on his tour. His next performance will be at 10 a.m. today at the Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison St., Morrison. According to his website, Jimenez creates “beautiful, humorous, and mindboggling soap bubble sculptures … bubble blizzards” and more, as well as performing bubble magic – and the shows aren’t just for kids. He also does other events, including family celebrations and corporate events. Go to web.bensbubbleshow.biz for more information.

RIGHT: Jimenez blows bubbles from his hands as he entertains kids and adults alike.

ONLINE EXTRA: Click on this story at saukvalley.com to see more photos, and video, from Wednesday’s show.

Photos by Michael Krabbenhoeft/mkrabbenhoeft@saukvalley.com

ROCK FALLS – The city will have a bond ordinance ready for the Rock Falls City Council to act on when it next meets Tuesday.

The city had initially planned to take out a $2 million bond to fund the first phase of the RB&W District green space project near the new riverfront hotel, but the ordinance language would allow the city to use up to $5 million.

“This is good for up to 3 years, so if we want to use it later for the second phase, it will eliminate a lot of the legal and bond company work, which saves us money,” Mayor Bill Wescott said.

Also Tuesday, the council will seek approval of the low bid for the first phase of the project. Martin & Company Excavating of Oregon put in the $491,380.80 bid. The bid had been on the agenda for action at the most recent council meeting, but was pulled because the bond information wasn’t back from the underwriters.

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Educator had her career down to a fine science Teacher moves on after 36 years on the job

BY CHRISTOPHER HEIMERMAN cheimerman@saukvalley.com 815-625-3600, ext. 5523 @CHeimerman_SVM

AMBOY – Let’s play an educational game. We’ll call it Why is Carol Schnaiter a Rare Bird?

First, the Utica native taught in the Amboy School District each and every day of her 36-year career.

Second, the school board valued her science acumen and innovative spirit so much that it allowed her to be something downright rare:

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a science-only elementary school teacher.

After 10 years as a special education teacher at the junior high, then 10 years teaching third grade, she had a burning desire to teach science and science only. She was ready to pounce on an opening back at the junior high until Denny Weidman, then the Amboy Central Elementary School principal, learned of her intentions.

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Carol Schnaiter holds her 2015 Illinois Soil and Water Conservation K-8 Teacher of the Year award Wednesday afternoon along the Dixon riverfront. Schnaiter retired from the Amboy School District in May, after 36 years, and plans to become a master gardener.

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FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATIONS

Fireworks displays across the Sauk Valley STAFF REPORT news@saukvalley.com 815-625-3600, ext. 5501

The fireworks begin at dusk with a plethora of patriotic displays.

Friday Sterling: Gates open at 5 p.m. at Westwood Fitness and Sports Center, 1900 Westwood Drive, $5 per carload. Vendors, inflatable playground, dunk tank, corn cob toss.

Saturday Amboy: Amboy Sports Park, off West Main Street, south of Amboy Road.

Sunday Prophetstown: Prophetstown State Park on Riverside Drive Shannon: S h a n n o n Lions Park on West Market Street.

Walnut: Behind Bureau Valley North School, 323 S. Main St.

Monday Byron: Byron Dragway,

LOTTERY NUMBERS Pick Three-Midday: 3-1-7 Fireball: 3 Pick Three-Evening: 5-8-0 Fireball: 1 Pick Four-Midday: 6-6-0-4 Fireball: 9 Pick Four-Evening: 8-6-2-9 Fireball: 2 Lucky Day Lotto Midday: 11-15-21-23-41 Lucky Day Lotto Evening: 3-10-11-14-37 Estimated Lotto jackpot: $13 million Estimated Mega Millions jackpot: $415 million Estimated Powerball jackpot: $222 million

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Dixon: 9:30 p.m., launched near Com Ed site on Second Street; River Country 101.7 FM will have synchronized music.

Fulton: Clinton, Iowa, Riverboat Days display, visible from School Park on 10th Avenue in Fulton, after the Clinton Lumberkings’ game, which begins at 6:30 p.m.

Mount Carroll: West Carroll Middle School athletic field, 633 S. East St. Mount Morris: Let Freedom Ring display at David L. Rahn Junior High School, 105 W. Brayton Road.

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A family watches the fireworks from the Peoria Avenue Bridge in July 2011 in Dixon. This year’s fireworks are set for 9:30 p.m. Monday.

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POLICE Sterling Police

Jonathon D. Schuetz, 18, of Sterling; 9:18 a.m. Tuesday at West Fourth Street and Woodburn Avenue; speeding; given state citation.

Trinity D. Green, 25, of Morrison; 9:56 a.m. Tuesday in the 2500 block of 15th Avenue; improper backing; given state citation.

Deangelo J. Richardson, 20, of Sterling; 9:23 a.m.

Tuesday in the 200 block of East 12th Street; four counts of child neglect; given notice to appear in court.

Boy, 16, of Sterling; 6:28 p.m. Tuesday at West Sec-

ond Street and Second Avenue in Rock Falls; no valid driver’s license, expired registration; given state citation.

Shawn M. O’Shaughnessy, 18, of Sterling; 11:44 p.m.

Tuesday at Avenue D and West 13th Street; defective exhaust; given state citation.

Dixon Police

Haley B. Jones, 22, of Dixon; 11:14 p.m. Tuesday in the 400 block of Hubbell Drive; driving while license suspended, suspended registration for mandatory insurance violation, operating uninsured vehicle, possession of marijuana less than 2.5 grams, possession of drug paraphernalia, Lee County warrant for failure to appear;

posted bond and given notice to appear in court.

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Michelle J. Brown, 41, of Forreston; 10:52 p.m. June 22 at Casey’s General Store, 901 W. Washington St.; disorderly conduct; taken to Ogle County Jail.

Shaun M. Bastian, 31, of Mount Morris; 1:27 p.m. Friday in the 300 block of east Washington Street; failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident; given citation.

Jenny L. Roach, 36, of Rockford; 7:44 p.m. Saturday in the 600 block of Gale Street; use of cell phone while driving; given citation.

Ellen K. Taylor, 54, of Ore-

gon; 12:24 a.m. Sunday in the 600 block of North Fourth Street; driving under the influence, improper lane usage, operating uninsured motor vehicle; given citations and taken to Ogle County Jail.

Brian L. Roop, 31, of Oregon; 6:35 p.m. Sunday on South Third Street; domestic battery; taken to Ogle County Jail.

Allyssa E. Rains, 26, of Dixon; 10:48 p.m. Sunday in the 300 block of South Fourth Street; Ogle County warrant for driving while license suspended, possession of a controlled substance, operating vehicle with an expired registration, operating an uninsured motor vehicle; given citations

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The Cook County Department of Animal and Rabies Control asks pet owners to remember that all those loud fireworks can frighten their animals, and to take precautions to keep them safe and calm.

The department recommends creating a comfortable, cool space for animals that is away from all the celebrations. The department also says leaving the radio or television on might help relax animals at a time when loud fireworks might scare them.

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Summer assignment: Write your legislators R

ight now, kids should be skinning their knees, feeling those knees wobble when they meet a cute girl or guy, and getting into trouble – not too much, though. Just enough for them to be kids.

There are, however, a lot of hours in the day, and a lot of days left in the summertime, so might I recommend two of my favorite activities when the world gets a little crazy, or I get a little too sunburned: Read. Better yet, be sure to write.

Write your friends.

Write your family. And, especially if you’re about to be a senior in high school, I urge you to write your legislators.

As we enter the terrifying terrain that is a second year without a state budget, here’s where things get cataclysmic: Time has run out on many human service agencies, and the impasse is crippling law enforcement and the courts system – how terrifying is that?

Time is about to run out

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Your legislators’ contact information Sauk Valley state senators 45th District Sen. Tim Bivins R-Dixon M103A Capitol Building, Springfield, IL 62706 Phone: 217-782-0180 629 N. Galena Ave., Dixon, IL 61021 Phone: 815-284-0045 36th District Sen. Neil Anderson R-East Moline Room 105-C State House, Springfield, IL 62706 Phone: 217-782-5957 1825 Avenue of the Cities, Suite 1, Moline, IL 61265 Phone: 309-736-7084 37th District Sen. Darin M. LaHood R-Dunlap

Heimerman is the Enterprise and Projects Editor at SVM. He can be reached at cheimerman@ saukvalley. com or 815-625-3600, ext. 5523.

on schools, says Comptroller Leslie Munger, who pays the state’s bills.

The state typically sends the first general state aid payment to schools on Aug. 10.

Whereas Chicago Public Schools is threatening to keep its doors closed for the 2016-17 school year, no local schools have declared such plans. But in the absence of funding, students’ opportunities might not be as ample as before.

Without state aid, districts will be forced to (further) cut staff and services.

Your favorite sport could get retired. Clubs could go on hiatus. From books to construction

projects to field trips to AP courses made possible by grants, anything could be shelved in order to keep your school open.

Another cold reality: If a stopgap budget is approved, Chicagoland likely could get the lion’s share of the funding. Yep. Let’s just call it a bailout. Here in downstate (everywhere but Chicago

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M103D Capitol Building, Springfield, IL 62706 Phone: 217-782-1942 5415 N. University, Suite 105, Peoria, IL 61614 Phone: 309-693-4921 Sauk Valley state representatives 90th District State Rep. Tom Demmer R-Dixon 222-N Stratton Office Building, Springfield, IL 62706 Phone: 217-782-0535 1221 Currency Court, Suite B, Rochelle, IL 61068 Phone: 815-561-3690 71st District State Rep. Mike Smiddy D-Hillsdale 284-S Stratton Office Building, Springfield, IL 62706

and its suburbs), here’s hoping local schools’ general state aid would resemble the 92 percent of aid schools got last year.

You (I’m talking to you, the student, from tweens to teens) have the power to change this. If there are hearts beating inside the chests of the leaders of both parties in Springfield, they ought to be

Phone: 217-782-3992 201 N. Main St., Unit 2, Port Byron, IL 61275 Phone: 309-848-9098 74th District State Rep. Donald L. Moffitt R-Gilson 217-N Stratton Office Building, Springfield, IL 62706 Phone: 217-782-8032 64 S. Prairie St., No. 5, Galesburg, IL 61401 Phone: 309-343-8000 89th District State Rep. Brian Stewart R-Freeport 210-N Stratton Office Building, Springfield, IL 62706 Phone: 217-782-8166 50 W. Douglas St., Stewart Centre, Suite 1001, Freeport, IL 61032 Phone: 815-232-0774

swayed by students who want to go to school.

Who need to take advantage of those AP courses, be part of those sports and clubs, in order to get into the college they want.

Write your legislators and tell them they’re messing with your future. It won’t take long. Write it in ink.

Show them that you

appreciate the integrity of the process of communication, the way grown, well-paid adults ought to in Springfield.

Christopher Heimerman covers education for Sauk Valley Media. He can be reached at 815625-3600, ext. 5523, cheimerman@saukvalley.com or on Twitter (@CHeimerman_SVM).

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DIXON – The railway crossing on Depot Avenue will be closed for repairs from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. today, city officials said.

Drivers are advised to avoid the area until work is finished.

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Board backs bid for national park COLLINSVILLE (AP) – Officials in southwestern Illinois are putting more money into a bid to make an ancient historic site a national park.

The Cahokia Mounds is the largest pre-Columbian settlement north of Mexico. Archeologists say it was home to as many as 20,000 people in its heyday around 1100 A.D. The Bellville News-Democrat reported the St. Clair County Board this week approved a $25,000 contribution to the HeartLands Conservancy as the group lobbies for the nationalpark designation.

County Administrator Debra Moore says that as a national park the management of the Cahokia

City plans $450,000 water meter upgrade

Mounds would become a responsibility of the federal parks system.

Historians say a still-visible hill-like structure was once a center of the site, with multiple villages surrounding it.

wireless meters and the hand-held devices used to read them will be paid for with a lowMOUNT CARROLL – interest 20- or 30-year The city is planning for loan from the Illinois a new $450,000 water Environmental Protecmeter system that will tion Agency, payments make readings more for which will begin in accurate, improving 2019.

Where that money the billing process and reducing water waste, will come from has not been decided, although city leaders said.

I f t h e p l a n i s increasing water and a p p r o v e d , t h e 9 5 0 sewer rates is possible.

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County expands treatment services WAUKEGAN (AP) – Lake County is doubling the capacity of a medicationassisted treatment program for people addicted to prescription painkillers, heroin or other opioid drugs.

The Lake County Health Department announced Monday it will be able to treat 200 patients through a $325,000 federal grant.

Overdose deaths related to opioid painkillers and heroin are climbing nationally and in Lake County, where opioids, including heroin, accounted for 58 deaths last year.

The county’s substance abuse program in Waukegan has been designated a Federally Qualified Health Center, allowing it to add counselors, a clinical social worker and to prescribe methadone, buprenorphine and other medications that help with withdrawal symptoms and cravings.

“Right now, we don’t know how we are going to pay off the loan,” Councilman Doug Bergren said. “That is something we will talk about.”

Once the IEPA approves the loan, the project would be put out for bid, most likely in the fall, said Sharon Pepin, owner of Community Funding and Planning Services in Stockton,

who is consulting for the city.

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The aging water meters make readings less accurate, which leads to lost revenue because water consumption is not properly recorded, Pepin said.

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“We’ll need to take care of everything at this meeting because the low bid expires July 12,” City Administrator Robbin Blackert said.

The bond information was discussed at Tuesday’s finance committee meeting, where Blackert conducted a TIF bond tutorial.

“I thought it was important to go through some things because Rock Falls has never done a TIF bond, and when this TIF was created in 2010, many of the aldermen weren’t even on the council.”

The bonds would be of the alternate revenue variety. To issue bonds, the city must show revenue streams that are 125 percent of the payments.

Revenue from the new TIF, which includes the Holiday Inn Express & Suites, and hotel-motel tax from the new hotel, have been dedicated.

“I don’t see us using the hotel-motel tax at all, but it’s pledged,” Wescott said. “The city has a great bond rating, and we’re not even at 30 percent of our bond limit.”

The first appraisal of the new hotel recently came in at $6 million, which would bring the city about $222,500 a year.

Interest on the bonds wouldn’t be determined until the day of a sale, but Wescott said the city was told to expect something in the 2.6 percent to

Action is scheduled to take place on the bond ordinance when the Rock Falls City Council next meets at 6:30 p.m. July 5, at City Hall, 603 W. 10th St. The agendas will be posted at rockfalls61071.com and at City Hall. Call 815622-1100 for more information.

2.8 percent range. The first year’s payments would be on interest only.

The city plans to take out $1.9 million to start, which would easily take them through the first phase and for part of the second. Payments would be about $195,000 for a $1.9 million issuance.

The first phase of the green space project would be concentrated near the new hotel. It would include replacing gravel with a concrete road, trail work, landscaping, riprap, lighting, security cameras, and speakers.

The second phase would include the amphitheater, sidewalks, and retaining walls. A water feature, with an estimated cost of $260,000, and skate park would be put in later.

Plans call for the bike and walk path to reach the Bowman Dam. Wescott said he still hopes to get the amphitheater built before the city’s 150th anniversary celebration next year.

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OBITUARIES FUNERAL SERVICES FOR THE WEEK ▼ Today’s visitations: Frank W. Eckhardt of Lee Center, 9-11 a.m. at MihmJones Funeral Home in Amboy.

Willard T. Harmon, 10-11 a.m. at Polo Family Funeral Home.

Carolyn A. Melberg of Sterling, 10-11 a.m. at McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls.

Margaret R. “Marge” Sommers of Prophetstown, 4-8 p.m., with a 3:30 p.m. rosary service, at BosmaGibson Funeral Home in Prophetstown.

Dorothy E. Hodder of Dixon, 6-7 p.m. at PrestonSchilling Funeral Home in Dixon.

Margery L. Kump of Mount Morris, 6-8 p.m. at Finch Funeral Home in Mount Morris. ▼ Today’s funerals: ​Frank W. Eckhardt of Lee Center, 11 a.m. at MihmJones Funeral Home in Amboy.

Willard T. Harmon, 11 a.m. at Polo Family Funeral Home.

Carolyn A. Melberg of Sterling, Moose ritual services at

11 a.m., followed by eulogy, at McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls.

Dorothy E. Hodder of Dixon, 7 p.m. at PrestonSchilling Funeral Home in Dixon. ▼ Friday visitation: Jack F. Apple of Dixon, 10-11 a.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Dixon. ▼ Friday funerals: Margery L. Kump of Mount Morris, 10 a.m. at Mount Morris Church of the Brethren.

Jack F. Apple of Dixon, 11 a.m. Mass at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Dixon.

Margaret R. “Marge” Sommers of Prophetstown, 11 a.m. at St. Catherine Catholic Church in Prophetstown. ▼ Saturday visitation: Brandon A. LaFavre of Marquette, Michigan, 3-6 p.m. at Rock Falls American Legion. ▼ July 9 funeral: Delores I. “Dodie” Gecan, formerly of Mount Morris, celebration of life, 11 a.m.2 p.m. at Mount Morris Moose Lodge.

N. Kathleen Hunkins DIXON – N. Kathleen Hunkins, 85, of Dixon, died Wednesday, June 29, 2016, at her home.

Kathleen was born Nov. 18, 1930, in Shibley Point, Missouri, the daughter of Audrey and Letta (Byrn) Leonard. She graduated in 1948 from Sterling High School, and was employed for more than 20 years at GE Co. in Morrison. Kathleen enjoyed all animals, flowers, and gardening.

Survivors include her son, Leonard (Traci) Hunkins of Dixon; one sister, A. Merrildean (Eugene) Ebersole of Panama City, Florida; and one grandson, Jacob Hunkins.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Paul Leonard; and one sister, Darlene Weckesser.

At her request, there will be no services.

McDonald Funeral Homes handled arrangements.

Memorials have been established to Hospice of the Rock River Valley, 2600 N. Locust St., Suite B, Sterling, IL 61081; and Granny Rose Animal Shelter, 613 River Lane, Dixon, IL 61021. Donations may be directed to these locations.

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Brandon A. LaFavre MARQUETTE, Michigan – Brandon Allen LaFavre, 21, of Marquette, was taken from us suddenly Friday, June 24, 2016, at his home.

Brandon was born April 10, 1995, in Sterling, to Teresa Shuman Kobs and Larry LaFavre. Brandon graduated in 2013 from Gwinn High School, and completed basic training with the Army the summer of that year in Fort Leonard Wood. He was stationed in Marquette, Michigan, with the 652nd EN Bridge Co. As of April 2016, Brandon was employed as a vendor for Pepsi.

Brandon was passionate about music, fiercely loyal to his family and friends, and always was the funniest person in the room. He bought his first guitar in junior high, and taught himself, chord by chord, how to play until he was skilled enough to make music of his own.

Brandon was brave,

dependable, and a constant source of warmth and positive energy in the lives of those who knew and loved him. This senseless tragedy has robbed the world of a young man filled with promise, hope, and dreams, but we are all better people to have known him.

Brandon is survived by his parents, Teresa Kobs and Larry LaFavre; stepfather, Scott Kobs; maternal grandparents, Judy and Roger Scuffham; paternal grandparents, Karen VanHorn and Morrie LaFavre; sisters, Jessa (Donovan Luchini) and Amber LaFavre; nieces, Aeva and Ivy Luchini; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Visitation will be from 3 to 6 p.m. Saturday at the Rock Falls American Legion. Swanson-Lundquist Funeral Home in Marquette is handling arrangements.

Visit swansonlundquistfuneralhome.com to send condolences.

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Harold E. ‘Gene’ Carroll SHOREWOOD – Harold E. “Gene” Carroll, 83, of Shorewood, died Tuesday, June 28, 2016, at Joliet Community Hospice.

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Syverson said the plan would not be a “bailout” for the Chicago Public Schools, which Rauner has opposed, because it’s part of a broader package of money to fight poverty across the state.

“There’s no procedure to bail out Chicago because we’re increasing the poverty money which ... helps every district,” Syverson said.

Part of the tentative deal includes passing legislation to autho-

rize Chicago to raise $250 million in property taxes to help with teacher pension payments, according to two state officials with direct knowledge of the negotiations who spoke on the condition of anonymity because the agreement is not finalized.

The officials said the deal contains a proposal to have the state cover future Chicago pension costs beginning in June, like it does for all other Illinois school districts, but only if lawmakers pass legislation to reform

the overall pension system.

Rauner and Democrats who control the Legislature never did agree on a budget plan for the fiscal year now ending, although Rauner signed legislation to keep schools open and road construction moving – major functions of state government that won’t continue July 1 without an agreed-upon blueprint.

The emerging plan calls for a $673 million increase for human services programs, includ-

ing $20 million to restore programs that Rauner suggested eliminating, Althoff said.

There is also $1 billion for colleges and universities – about 85 percent of what they received the last time the state approved higher-education funding. Public universities limped along all year without state funding. The plan is to give those hardest hit – Eastern Illinois University, Western Illinois University and Chicago State University – an extra funding boost after they

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Moore died at his home in Nashville, said biographer and friend James L. Dickerson, who confirmed the death through a family friend.

“As a musician, I consider him one of the cofounders of rock ‘n’ roll because of the guitar licks

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The apparent deal comes as public pressure continued to mount for ending the gridlock.

About a dozen Illinois newspapers used their front pages Wednesday to publish editorials demanding that the two sides strike a deal.

Steans said it was “incredibly positive” that Rauner and legislative leaders were able to come to an agreement but that she still viewed the developments as “a glass half full.”

“I still think it’s just a stopgap and it’s not a final solution,” she said.

For 18 months, Rauner has demanded business-friendly, unionweakening laws as a condition for agreeing to a spending plan that would include a tax hike.

Democrats say the governor’s initiatives would hurt middle-class families and have nothing to do with the budget.

Wednesday marked the first time lawmakers were in session since they adjourned their spring session May 31.

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Preschoolers at the Little Red School at the Centennial Park in Rock Falls start digging in and planting flowers April 25 in the park’s butterfly garden. On Friday, the garden will be dedicated during a ceremony at 1 p.m. at the park’s Little Red Schoolhouse, 510 E. 11th St. in Rock Falls.

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ROCK FALLS – A butterfly garden planted and cared for by children at Tot Time Preschool will be dedicated in memory of a longtime friend of the Coloma Park District.

Family members of Cel Wilson have been invited to the ceremony Friday at the Little Red Schoolhouse in Centennial Park. Memorial donations in Wilson’s name were used for the project.

Wilson volunteered for the park district for more than 30 years, and was well known for her “Granny Easter bunny” persona. Wilson was one of many members of her family who have dedicat-

A dedication ceremony for the Tot Time Preschool’s butterfly garden begins at 1 p.m. Friday at the Little Red Schoolhouse in Centennial Park, 510 E. 11th St. in Rock Falls. ed countless hours to the park district.

“Cel’s sister is now the Easter bunny, and Cel’s brother, Leo Nardini, was on the park board for 41 years,” Parks Director Mike Sterba said. “There are still a lot of Nardinis that have strong ties to the park district, and we’ve invited the family to the ceremony.”

Murray Excavating of Sterling donated dirt for the project.

Preschool teacher Cindy Sondgeroth and her students planted

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MARQUETTE, Michigan – A 24-year-old Ishpeming man is charged with murder in the stabbing death of a 21-yearold Sterling native, killed Friday in his apartment.

According to news reports and his obituary: Police, responding to a report of a stabbing, found Brandon Allen LaFavre dead around 1:45 a.m.

They arrested Derek

J a m e s Blemke at the scene; he is charged with homicide-open Brandon murder, LaFavre which gives the judge and jury a variety of homicide-related charges from which to choose.

Blemke is being held without bond in the Marquette County Jail, and faces up to life in prison.

LaFavre graduated from Gwinn High School in

Gwinn, Michigan, in 2013 and completed basic training with the Army in Fort Leonard Wood that summer. He was in the Army Reserves, stationed in Marquette with the 652nd Engineer Bridge Co. He is survived by his parents, Teresa “Tess” (Shuman) Kobs and Larry LaFavre; his stepfather, Scott Kobs; maternal grandparents, Judy and Roger Scuffham; paternal grandparents, Karen VanHorn and Morrie LaFavre; and his sisters, Jessa and

in a gay night club on June 12.

Bert Irslinger Jr., who owns the shop with his father, says their intent is not to offend or make a political statement, but to help the Orlando victims.

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reports Kathleen Larimer said she considers the raffle inappropriate. Her son, John Larimer, a 27-yearold Navy sailor from Crystal Lake, was among the 12 people shot to death at an Aurora, Colorado, theater.

Amber “Jack” LaFavre.

Visitation is from 3 to 6 p.m. Saturday at the American Legion in Rock Falls.

Swanson-Lundquist Funeral Home in Marquette is handling arrangements.

Condolences can be made at swansonlundquistfuneralhome.com.

An account to gather donations to help the family pay funeral expenses has been created at youcaring.com.

His complete obituary appears on page A4.

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It has four brightly colored butterfly houses lined with bark, and plenty of milkweed. The children learned that the loss of milkweed – the only thing monarch caterpillars feed on – is decimating the monarch butterfly population, which has dropped by 90 percent in the last 20 years.

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After Brexit, has the time finally come for Chexit?

Chicago and downstate can’t part ways; stirring up regional animosities not a wise approach

Nate Beeler, GateHouse News Service

EDITORIAL | ILLINOIS GENERAL ASSEMBLY

Budget frustration isn’t new D

uring his meeting with the Sauk Valley Media Editorial Board this week, state Sen. Tim Bivins, R-Dixon, mentioned several times how frustrating the state budget process has been for him.

Bivins, you’ll recall, served as Lee County sheriff for 20 years before joining the Senate in March 2008.

As sheriff, Bivins said he ran a tight ship financially for 2 decades.

As senator for the 45th District, he said he has also come in under budget each year for his office expenditures.

When Republican leaders asked 8 years ago what he thought the state’s three most pressing issues were, Bivins recalled his response: “Budget, budget, budget.”

The state’s chronic overspending prompted Bivins’ concerns in 2008, the last year of the Rod Blagojevich administration.

Such overspending has continued, even though the Illinois Constitution forbids unbalanced

What we think

A local state senator’s frustration with the broken budget process in Springfield is nothing new. Sen. Tim Bivins saw the train wreck coming years ago. What’s needed now is a realistic approach by all parties to the state’s difficult financial problems.

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

budgets – a requirement that has been “totally ignored,” Bivins said, during the 8 years he has served in the Senate.

Not to mention that, for 4 of those 8 years, the state was operating with a temporary income tax increase (the rate rose from 3 percent to 5 percent from 2011 to 2014) that raised billions of dollars that were

supposed to pay off the state’s unpaid bills, but didn’t.

And now, with the state billions of dollars in debt, with billions more in unpaid bills, a woefully underfunded pension system, and a full year in the books without a comprehensive state budget, the pigeons have come home to roost.

“I could see this crisis coming a long time ago,” Bivins said. “You just can’t keep overspending and think it won’t.”

Bivins had words of caution for everyone involved in the budget crisis – politicians as well as the public.

Politicians add new spending proposals to please their constituents each year, Bivins said, even as budget deficits have gone higher.

“Many people think we can have a balanced budget and still keep everything fully funded, but you just can’t do both,” Bivins said.

In the end, a “massive tax increase” could well be needed to get things back on track.

BIVINS’ VIEWS, unfortunately, are in the minority in more ways than one. Fellow Republicans comprise only 34 percent of the Senate (20 members), while majority Democrats control 66 percent of the seats (39 members).

And many senators simply don’t act as if deficit spending in Springfield is wrong.

Still, Bivins hasn’t stopped calling for more prudent stewardship of the state’s finances, and we salute him for that.

Will fellow legislators ever listen?

They certainly should, before the budget disaster worsens.

As Bivins observed, “Noah kept saying the rain is coming, and they didn’t listen to him, either.”

THE READER’S VOICE

‘Barbaric’ views regarding assault victim JOYCE O’BRIEN Amboy

When I read the letter from Richard Rowland [“No sympathy felt for female assault victim,” The Reader’s Voice, June 14], I had to reread it a second time and third time.

I found it impossible to imagine that anyone would share such barbaric thoughts.

Mr. Rowland’s words indicated that the young woman was at fault for the assault on her because she passed out.

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Those words are as disgraceful as blaming a woman for an assault or rape because her skirt was too short, blouse was too low cut, jeans were too tight, or she was too provocative in her looks.

At no time did he mention the young man.

Where were the morals and manners of that young man? Just because a woman becomes unconscious for any reason is not an open invitation for any man to take advantage of her.

Public comments such as his show unbelievable ignorance. It is because of opinions like Mr. Rowland’s that many assaults and rapes go unreported.

Book signing set for Sunday MARK MARONDE Dixon

For those who enjoy reading for leisure, I will be doing a book signing from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday at Book World in Sterling’s Northland Mall.

“The Equinox Nightmare” relates the trials and tribulations of seven individuals of very different walks of life who are trying to make it to a perceived safe haven following an apocalyptic collapse of society.

Freedom, once taken for granted, is now a distant memory, and the fight for survival becomes

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SPRINGFIELD – As soon as the Brits voted to depart from the European Union, I began listening for the first rumblings of discontent in Illinois.

You know what I’m talking about: Should Chicago and the rest of the state part ways?

There are plenty of downstaters who would just as soon see Chicago depart the Land of Lincoln.

And hey, I know more than a few Chicagoans who view downstate as a parasite leaching away a great city’s lifeblood.

In case you are wondering, I’m using a political scientist definition of downstate – not a geographer’s. Downstate in a political sense is anyplace in Illinois that is not part of Chicago or its suburbs.

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For decades I’ve seen politicians stir up Illinois regional rivalries for their own political gain.

I’m disappointed Gov. Bruce Rauner, who I generally agree with on policy issues, is doing the same thing.

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Scott Reeder

Even northern Illinois communities like Rockford, Ottawa, Kankakee and Freeport are considered “downstate.”

The deep-seeded political animosity has been around for more than a century. And while some political commentators have written off downstate antipathy toward Chicago as being racial in nature, I disagree.

The political divide long predates the great migration of southern blacks to northern industrial cities such as Chicago.

THE DIVIDE IS MORE cultural than racial.

When someone in Southern Illinois thinks of coal, it’s a source of jobs.

For Chicagoans, it’s a source of pollution.

For many downstaters, guns represent a source of recreation.

For many Chicagoans, they are viewed as a source of danger.

And let’s be honest. Chicago has a long history not only of political corruption but of flexing a unified political muscle.

Downstaters are many fine things. But politically united they are not.

For decades, they have complained about getting whacked on their collective political noggins by their neighbors to the north.

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And downstate voters have come to resent the political successes Chicago lawmakers have scored in Springfield along with a certain arrogance that has accompanied it.

Folks in Springfield are still grumbling about Rod Blagojevich and Pat Quinn refusing to live in Springfield. They viewed it as a snub, which it was.

BY THE WAY, THESE intrastate rivalries are hardly unique to Illinois.

When I was reporter in Nevada, the same animosity could be detected between Las Vegas and the rest of the state.

When I spoke to the Alaska Press Club a decade ago, reporters were complaining that their thenunknown governor, Sarah Palin, was spending too much time in Anchorage and snubbing Juneau, the state capital.

For decades I’ve seen politicians stir up Illinois regional rivalries for their own political gain.

I’m disappointed Gov. Bruce Rauner, who I generally agree with on policy issues, is doing the same thing.

Rauner has been tromping around downstate telling audiences that he doesn’t want their hardearned tax dollars to get taxed away and sent to the “Chicago Political Machine.”

I AGREE WE SHOULD not pour more tax dollars into that sump hole without first getting reform.

But exasperating the state’s long-simmering cultural and geographic animosities isn’t going to make for a better state.

And, might I add, you don’t get any more “downstate” than me.

I grew up on a hog farm near Galesburg. I drive a pickup. I like guns.

And I’m uncomfortable in traffic.

But that doesn’t mean I hate Chicago.

When Congress made Illinois a state in 1818, it was for better or worse.

We’re stuck with each other.

It may be a bad marriage, but it is a marriage nonetheless.

Rather than pointing fingers, we should be uniting behind solving the state’s staggering problems: a massive debt, a moribund economy, and political culture that resists reform.

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“He didn’t want me to leave,” Schnaiter said, “so he asked, ’What if you could just teach science here?’ I figured there was no way the board would accept that idea, but they did. I don’t know how he did it, but the board said we could try it.”

Third, and neither last nor least, she’s won a handful of awards, as well as opportunities that have helped make her skill set even harder to find.

Most recently, the 58-year-old won the 2015 Illinois Soil and Water Conservation K-8 Teacher of the Year Award. The Illinois State Board of Education recognized her and 28 other educators, selected by their professional education organizations as the best in their fields of expertise in the 2015-16 school year.

She also was one of the two national Mickelson Exxonmobil Teachers Academy award-winners from Illinois in 2011, the same year she brought home an ISBE Those Who Excel Award of Merit.

In 2013, she was one of 15 finalists in the Hilton Honor Teacher Treks competition. The best part of making the cut from the field of 1,000plus? She was awarded enough money to take her first- through fourthgraders to Putnam Museum in Davenport, Iowa.

Sea-level education Beyond awards, the honor at the surface of Schnaiter’s pool of accomplishments is her experience in 2014 as a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Teacher at Sea. She spent 16 days on a research boat in the Gulf of Mexico with scientists who made her feel right at home – once her bad

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“I thought I was going to get sick the second day, so I took it, and had a severe reaction,” she said. “I had a rash. I was delirious, and they were ready to take me back to shore. They kept a watch on me because I was a swimming teacher, and they thought I’d jump in.”

Once she recovered, they worked 12-hour shifts examining the water quality and the resulting quality of life for shrimp, on behalf of the federal government.

“It was the most unique experience of my teaching career, to be out there with scientists, and they weren’t treating me like a teacher. They were treating me like a scientist,” she said.

She paid that feeling forward by bringing her experience back into the classroom, where her students investigated why the water in the gulf didn’t have enough oxygen for shrimp to thrive. Schnaiter brought in representatives from Woodhaven Lakes, who reported that the same phenomenon happens here in the Midwest.

Poring over data from the past 5 years, they cracked the case: Floods resulted in chemicals being washed off farmland and into the water, causing the oxygen deficit. The students proposed a number of solutions, from applying fertilizers later in the year to applying them directly to the seed.

That’s the heart of the curriculum she wrote and executed: getting her students to think critically about their lessons.

“Everything I go to, I pull into the classroom,” Schnaiter said. “I loved those kids. I love all of them, but they went with it and wanted to write to

everyone back on the ship, and a lot of the scientists would write back. We just kept learning and learning.”

Moving on, but looking back May 24 was a sad day for Schnaiter. It was her retirement day, put in motion 4 years prior when she thought long and hard about putting in her notice, in order to receive a bonus. She knew her daughter, Amanda Pufky, would be having children, and that it would be time.

That inkling came to fruition. Pufky and her husband, Jeremy, live in Boston with their 10-monthold, Finn, and her other daughter, Jessica, is engaged and working on her doctorate at Oklahoma State University. Suffice it to say, Schnaiter and her husband, Jeffery, are about to rack up some frequentflier miles.

The prospect of traveling and spending more time with family only makes retirement so much easier, when she thinks about the void she’s left – not because of pride, but because she knows budget restraints mean she wouldn’t be replaced.

“I pleaded – I don’t think you could say it another way – that they would keep teaching science the way it was taught while I was there,” she said. “When you have one person doing kindergarten science, then first grade, second grade, third grade and fourth, I could say, ‘Remember, we did this in kindergarten?’”

At the risk of tooting her own horn, she said that a few years ago, Illinois Standard Assessment Test scores surged above 95 percent of students meeting or exceeding expectations, and that junior high

schools soared, as well – a testament to what consistent, innovative education can do.

Extra credit All along, she’s just done what she knows, and what she learned from her dad, Charles, an amateur archaeologist who got dirt under his children’s nails as they scoured for ancient artifacts. She fondly remembers hiking for hours at Starved Rock, where he was a captain of the boat that took visitors to the dam.

“Those were my favorite days,” she said.

Brenda Merriman and Lindsay Daniels, the Lee County Soil and Water Conservation District’s resource conservationist and administrative coordinator, respectively, nominated her for her recent award. Fittingly, it caught Schnaiter somewhat offguard.

“I kind of knew something was up, because they were asking me a lot of questions,” she said. “But I’m so proud of that award because I wasn’t expecting anything. I was just doing what I do: teaching kids about soil and water conservation, and about what farmers do, and why it’s important.”

Merriman’s two children had Schnaiter as a teacher.

She’s happy to elaborate on what makes Schnaiter such a rare bird.

“She’s wonderful at getting kids involved in what she’s doing, and learning about things like conservation,” she said. “A lot of teachers aren’t willing or able to have the kind of experiences Carol had, then bring them back into the classroom. In some cases, that might be the only opportunity kids get to experience natural resources, and it’s so important to have that exposure to the kids.

“I can’t put into words how much of a loss it is, losing Carol.”

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MONEY & MARKETS ​The following stock quotations, as of 5 p.m., are provided as a community service by Chad Weigle of Edward Jones, Dixon and Raymond James and Associates, Sterling.

Abbott............................... 38.57 AGL................................... 65.99 Alcoa...................................9.10 AltriaCorp......................... 67.83 American Express............ 59.63 Apple................................. 94.40 Archer-Daniels................. 41.58 Arris-Group...................... 20.58 AT&T................................. 42.54 Autonation....................... 47.57 Bank of America.............. 13.19 Boeing............................. 126.99 BorgWarner...................... 29.29 BP...................................... 34.79 Casey’s............................ 128.57 Caterpillar........................ 74.23 CenturyLink..................... 28.45 Chevron.......................... 103.42 Cisco................................. 28.26 Citigroup.......................... 42.12 CocaCola.......................... 44.44 ConAgra............................ 47.60 Dean................................. 17.51 Deere & Co....................... 81.51 Disney............................... 96.98 Donaldson........................ 34.07 DuPont............................. 63.94 Exelon............................... 35.12 Exxon................................ 92.46 FifthThird......................... 17.12 Ford.................................. 12.55 GE..................................... 30.55 HawaiianElectric............. 34.48 Hewlett Packard.............. 12.18

HomeDepot................... 127.37 Intel Corp......................... 31.93 Intl Bus Mach................. 148.46 IntlPaper........................... 41.17 JCPenney............................8.88 JohnsonControls............. 43.23 Johnson&Johnson......... 119.33 JPMorgan Chase.............. 61.20 Kraft-Heinz...................... 86.10 Kroger............................... 36.45 Leggett&Platt................... 49.97 Manpower........................ 62.59 McDonald’s.................... 119.49 Merck&Co........................ 57.05 Microsoft.......................... 50.54 3M................................... 171.52 Monsanto....................... 103.52 Newell............................... 47.84 Nike................................... 55.13 Parker-Han..................... 104.06 Pfizer................................. 35.01 Pepsico...........................103.12 Proctor&Gamble.............. 83.91 RaymondJames................ 48.48 Republic........................... 50.24 Sears Hldg........................ 13.34 SensientTech................... 69.43 Sprint..................................4.48 Staples................................8.57 TheTravelers.................. 116.81 UnitedContinental.......... 40.57 UnitedTech.................... 100.47 USBancorp....................... 39.68 USSteel............................. 15.97 Verizon............................. 55.06 Walgreen.......................... 83.19 WalMartMexico............... 23.89 WalMartStores................. 72.46 WasteMgt......................... 64.78 Wendy’s..............................9.47

Commodities The following quotations are provided as a community service by Sterling Futures: Corn: July 3.723⁄4; Sept.

3.773⁄4; Dec. 3.83 Soybeans: July 11.44½; Aug. 11.40½; Nov. 11.12¼ Soybean oil: July 30.82; Dec. 31.44 Soybean meal: July 397.10; Dec. 390.10 Wheat: July 4.29½; Dec. 4.65¼ Oats: July 2.033⁄4; Dec. 2.01¼

Live cattle: June 118.90; Aug. 114.12; Oct. 113.95 Feeder cattle: Aug. 143.05; Oct. 140.45 Lean hogs: July 83.10; Aug. 83.32; Oct. 71.65 Sugar: July 20.82 Cotton: July 64.50 T-Bonds: Sept. 173¼ Silver: July 18.12 Gold: June 1328.00 Copper: Sept. 2.1915 Crude: Aug. 49.67 Dollar Index: Sept.

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FRIDAY, JULY 1 Pat Anderson - Reagan Statue Stage.............................................. 5:30pm-6:30pm Dexter O’Neal and the Funk Yard Band - Bud Light Main Stage ......... 6:30pm-8:30pm

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The Dixon Petunia Festival is proud to welcome back Dexter O’Neal and the Funk Yard Band! Please join us for what is sure to be pure excitement from start to finish. Dexter’s brand of R&B and funk have been entertaining fans all over the Midwest.

Burn N’ Bush - Reagan Statue Stage................................................ 8:30pm-9:30pm Entertaining fans for years across the Sauk Valley, they have become a mainstay at the Petunia Festival.

The Wailers - Bud Light Main Stage ............................................................... 9:30pm Reggae music has never stopped evolving but for millions of people from around the world it’s still defined by the songs of Bob Marley and the Wailers. It’s been their heartbeat rhythms that have inspired so much of what’s followed since, as evidenced by the enduring popularity of the “one-drop” reggae sound.

SATURDAY, JULY 2 Pete’s Sake - Bud Light Main Stage .....................................................12:00-3:00pm Pete’s Sake is a new and local band, who have been turning heads and opening eyes all over the area.Their quick rise has landed them in some of the best music festivals in the Midwest. Do not miss the chance to see them right here in Dixon!

Lizzi Neal Band -Bud Light Main Stage ..................................................3:30-5:30pm

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The Dixon Petunia Festival is proud to welcome back the Lizzi Neal Band. Since their last performance, the Lizzi Neal Band has gone on to win multiple Rockford Area Music Awards and has taken all of Illinois by storm.

Firefly - Reagan Statue Stage .................................................................5:30-6:30pm Firefly is a local band that plays acoustic & electric shows.We feature three musicians and two vocalists.We love to perform and get the crowd singing!

LAVA Rock - Bud Light Main Stage.........................................................6:30-8:30pm Led Zeppelin,Aerosmith,Van Halen,AC/DC? Does not get much better than that!

Alex Fischbach - Reagan Statue Stage ..............................................8:30 - 9:30pm Alex has been making his name all over Northern Illinois. His fun filled, pop sound has earned him a loyal following of young fans and the respect of other musicians. His Youtube videos have made him an internet sensation and the area’s best kept secret.

Catfight -Bud Light Main Stage ...................................................................... 9:30pm

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This all-girl band has been called “The Darlings” of the Chicago cover band scene. From covering top artists of today including Brittany Spears, Icona Pop and One Republic, to playing classic favorites by Prince and Queen, there’s something for everyone to enjoy in Catfight’s pure fun, party show.

SUNDAY, JULY 3 Bad Phoenix - Reagan Statue Stage .................................................12:30 - 3:00pm Z.T.S. - Bud Light Main Stage.................................................................3:30 - 5:30pm The Petunia Festival is excited to bring you more of the best in local entertainment. Z.T.S. has been rocking out and pleasing their fans all over the area for a while and are bringing their talents to River Street.

Dirt Road Rockers - Reagan Statue Stage ..........................................5:30 - 6:30pm Jacob Bryant - Bud Light Main Stage ..................................................6:30 - 8:30pm

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Releasing THROUGH THE WINDSHIELD, his second EP, Jacob is quickly turning heads and further developing his signature country voice and southern rock sound.

Slick Trigger - Reagan Statue Stage ....................................................7:30 - 8:30pm Trick Pony - Bud Light Main Stage.................................................................. 9:30pm

Country at Heart

If there is one thing Trick Pony knows when it comes to music, it’s how to stay relevant in an ever changing business where many come and go.The longevity of the band has them continuing to run the gauntlet with their creative minds, high octane live shows, and the heart to deliver the best music yet.We are excited to welcome back this dynamic duo for an exceptional night of music!

MONDAY, JULY 4 Lyle Grobe and the Rhythm Ramblers- Bud Light Main Stage.............3:30 - 5:30pm

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Come celebrate our nation’s independence with of the area’s best in down home country music. Recently Lyle’s brand of country music, built on the sounds of Merle and Waylon, has been front and center with country music’s recent return to their roots with acts like Chris Stapleton and Sturgill Simpson.

The Dave Chastain Band - Bud Light Main Stage .................................6:30 - 8:30pm

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Sister isn’t feeling the brotherly love Dear Abby, My brother, “Chris,” is going through a divorce and lost his business. He is now lashing out at our mom and me when she spends time with me.

When I tried to express my sympathy, Chris attacked me via direct message, saying I have a “charmed life and don’t care about anyone – including him and our cash-strapped parents.”

It started when Dad gave me a car he wasn’t using before we learned about my brother’s misfortune.

When I tried to return it, Dad refused.

Because I stopped

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

responding to him on the internet, Chris is now complaining to Mom about my “selfishness.”

He says if the situation was reversed, he would have moved heaven and

Earth to help me.

Abby, Chris has a job.

He lives with our folks and pays token rent. My husband and I work, but I have had a salary cut, we have two kids to support and a mortgage to pay.

We’re in no position to provide the financial assistance my brother expects.

My parents suspect that he’s still giving money to his soon-to-be ex.

My husband says Chris is trying to manipulate me and that I need to go on with my life, but I’m worried that the longer this goes on, the harder it will be to heal the rift.

I’m also worried about

how this is affecting our parents.

– Grieving in Nicosia, Dear Grieving, You cannot heal a rift you didn’t create, and you also can’t “donate away” Chris’ resentment. He’s unhappy for a number of reasons and is taking it out on you not because you’re a bad sister, but because you are within striking distance.

Your brother needs to work out his difficulties himself. A family meeting – with your husband present – might clear the air so all of you are on the same page. Your

brother needs to understand why the financial help he seems to expect is unrealistic and will not be forthcoming.

Dear Abby, Is there any way to counter a stranger’s mean or hurtful remark (racist, age-related or sexist) in a mall or store? I feel I have to say something – without being confrontational – even if the remark isn’t aimed at me. What do you suggest?

– Compelled to Act in Ottawa, Canada Dear Compelled, Because you don’t want

CHICAGO Group: Show us the Jerry Maguire tapes!

A video collective formed in Chicago said it has gathered 12,240 VHS tapes of the Tom Cruise movie “Jerry Maguire,” but group members told New York magazine they are about 5,000 tapes shy of their goal of building a pyramid in the desert.

The Jerry Project began nearly a decade ago after members of the Everything is Terrible! collec-

tive noticed they kept finding “Jerry Maguire” tapes at thrift stores. The romantic comedy, about an ambitious sports agent played by Cruise, was released in 1996.

When the Tribune interviewed members of the collective in late 2012, they boasted 4,667 tapes.

“I have tried to come up with so many excuses over the years. I have told people we’re building a ladder to heaven, and I have told people we were going to leave them at [director] Cameron Crowe’s front

door one day, but the truth is, we are doing it because it’s taken on a life of its own. That’s why. But I don’t even hear ‘Why?’ much anymore,” Everything is Terrible! member Dimitri Simakis told the Tribune at the time.

Collective members keep a tally of tapes and a leaderboard of contributors on their website watch. everythingisterrible.com. Donations are accepted via mail to P.O. Box 50825, Los Angeles, CA 90050.

– Tribune News Service

COMMUNITY EVENTS Thursday, June 30 Open pool, open cards, and computer lab, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-622-9230.

Open pool, open cards, open Wii games and computer lab, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, 815288-9236.

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

Bingo and popcorn, 9-10 a.m., Hub City Senior Center, 401 Cherry Ave., Rochelle, 815-562-5050.

Kings in Corner cards, 9 a.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-622-9230.

Boot Scootin’ Seniors, 9:15 a.m., Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon, 815732-3252.

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

Community coffee, 10-11 a.m., The Meadows of Franklin Grove, 510 N. State St., 815456-3000.

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

Friendly Needles, 10:30 a.m., Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon, 815-7323252.

Lifescape Lunch, 11:30 a.m., Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon. Reservations: 815-2889236.

Lunch, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-622-9230.

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

Euchre, noon-3 p.m., Hub

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

Hand and Foot card game, 12:15 p.m., Rock River Center, 810 S. 10th St., Oregon, 815732-3252.

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

Crafts and quilts, 12:30 p.m., Hub City Senior Center, 401 Cherry Ave, Rochelle, 815562-5050.

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

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

Crocheting, knitting and crafts, 1 p.m., Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, 815-2889236.

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

Euchre, 1 p.m., Sterling Moose Club, 2601 E. Lincolnway, 815-622-8220.

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

Trap shooting, 2 p.m. until no shooters, Coleta Sportsmen’s Club, the corner of Pilgrim and Blue Goose roads, 815-336-2191.

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

Mexican food, 5-8 p.m., Rock Falls VFW, 217 First Ave. Mindfulness Meditation community sitting sessions, 5:30-6:30 p.m., lower level, United Way of Whiteside County building, 502 First Ave., Sterling, 563-210-6516.

Mexican Train dominoes, 6 p.m., Tampico Area Community Building, 106 W. Market

St., 815-535-3665.

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

Friday, July 1 Open pool, open cards, open Wii games, and computer lab, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, 815-622-9230.

Open pool, open cards, open Wii games, and computer lab, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, 815288-9236.

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

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

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

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

Lifescape lunch, 11:30 a.m., Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, 815-288-9236. 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.,

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 DearAbby.com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069.

SUPPORT GROUPS, CLUBS AND SERVICES Friday, July 1 Childhood immunization clinic; women, infants and children clinic; and family planning services, Lee County Health Department, 309 S. Galena Ave., Suite 100, Dixon. Appointments: 815284-3371.

Blood pressure screenings, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Whiteside County Health Department, 1300 W. Second St., Rock Falls, 815-6262230.

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

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

Alcoholics Anonymous Gratitude Group, noon, open; 6 p.m., open, lower level, Loveland Community House, 513 W. Second St., Dixon.

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

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

Sauk Valley Alcoholics Anonymous Group, noon, closed, this is your meeting; 7 p.m., Grapevine, back door, 1503 First Ave., Rock Falls.

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

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

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

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., closed, Rochelle Community Hospital, 900 N. Second St. Reformers Unanimous, an addiction abstinence program, 7-9 p.m., First Baptist Church, 24 N. Mason Ave., Amboy, 815-8572682.

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

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

Saturday, July 2 Alcoholics Anonymous, 9 a.m., closed, Big Book, United Methodist Church, 201 E. Chicago Ave., Davis Junction.

Overeaters Anonymous, 9 a.m., lower-level entrance, Church of God, 816 S. Clay St., Mount Carroll.

Alcoholics Anonymous Gratitude Group, 9 a.m., open; noon, open; 6 p.m., open, lower level, Loveland Community House, 513 W. Second St., Dixon.

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

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

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

Narcotics Anonymous Hope Without Dope, noon, in the back of Lutheran Social Services of Illinois, 1901 First Ave., Sterling, 815-535-3748, 24-hour hotline 844-678-7684.

Sauk Valley Alcoholics Anonymous Group, noon, open, Old Timers; 7 p.m., open, family fun night, back door, 1503 First Ave., Rock Falls.

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

Chapter 410 of the Experimental Aircraft Association, 7:30 p.m., terminal building, Whiteside County Airport, 10950 Hoover Road, Rock Falls, 815626-1249.

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

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

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

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

Duplicate bridge, 12:30 p.m., Post House Community Center, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, 815-288-9236.

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

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

Farmers Market, 4-7 p.m., Rockford Bell Credit Union, 4 E. Main St., Mount Morris.

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

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

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DIXON | FESTIVALS AND FAIRS

Petunia Festival fun kicks off today Admission free to entertainment grounds Monday STAFF REPORT news@saukvalley.com 815-625-3600, ext. 5501

DIXON – It’s that time of year again and the 52nd annual Petunia Festival is ready to roll.

The festival begins today along the riverfront, on River Street between Peoria and Galena avenues, and on Hennepin Avenue from First Street to River Street.

Taste of the Petunia Festival will feature 15 vendors, four more than last year.

The carnival will be set up at Dixon High School, and other returning events include Ultimate Air Dogs, the Cruise in Style car show and the outdoor movie night, which will show “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” in celebration of the movie’s 30th anniversary.

The carnival will be open from 5 to 10 tonight, and will continue from 4 to 11 p.m. Friday, 1 to 11 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, and 1 to 10 p.m.

Monday. Armbands will be $23 tonight and Friday, and $25 Saturday, Sunday and Monday.

Bad Phoenix, an alternative rock cover band, will perform from 12:30 to 3 p.m. Sunday at the Reagan Stage along the riverfront during the Petunia Festival.

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The Next Picture Show will present the 35th annual “Art in the Park – Nuts About Art” from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at John Dixon Park, 515 N. Galena Ave. The event features more than 50 exhibitors presenting various types of original artwork.

There is no cost to walk through the carnival grounds.

The Petunia Fest Craft & Vendor Show, Pinky’s Not-so-Hidden Treasures ‘n’ More, will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Saturday at Loveland Community House, 513 W. Second St. The event will feature local and national vendors and crafters. There also will be nonprofit groups raising funds for causes.

Admissions is free.

Also Saturday, The Next

Picture Show will present the 35th annual “Art in the Park – Nuts About Art” from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at John Dixon Park, 515 N. Galena Ave. The event features more than 50 exhibitors presenting various types of original artwork.

The parade – the theme this year is “Dixon Pride” – will be held at 1 p.m.

Sunday, and the high school boys basketball team will be the grand marshals.

Live music will be per-

formed at the Reagan Stage and Bud Light Main Stage along the riverfront.

The live music schedule

• Friday: Pat Anderson from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Dexter O’Neal and the Funk Yard Band from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Burn n’ Bush from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m., and The Wailers from 9:30 to 11 p.m.

• Saturday: Pete’s Sake from noon to 3 p.m., Lizzi Neal Band from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., Firefly from

5:30 to 6:30 p.m., LAVA Rock from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Alex Fischbach from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m., and Catfight from 9:30 to 11 p.m.

• Sunday: Bad Phoenix from 12:30 to 3 p.m., Z.T.S. from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., Dirt Road Rockers from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m, Jacob Bryant from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Slick Trigger from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., and Trick Pony from 9:30 to 11 p.m.

• Monday: Lyle Grobe and the Rhythm Ramblers from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., and The Dave Chastain Band from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

On Monday, Brush, Bloom and Boom will begin at 10 a.m. downtown on First Street.

Artists will have 4 hours

to paint a 4-by-4-foot square. Judging will take place at 2:15 p.m. and the winner will be announced at 5 p.m. on Facebook. Preregistration is $10 and $15 the day of the show. Paint and brushes will be supplied. Advance registration can be printed at petuniafestival.org or picked up at the Dixon Main Street office, 115 S. Hennepin Ave. Fireworks and the 50-50 raffle drawing will cap off the event Monday.

Admission for the 3 main days will be $5 a day or $12 for all 3. Admission will be free Monday.

Go to petuniafestival. org for a complete schedule or more information.

be on display through today on the exhibiting artist wall.

The gallery is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Satur-

day. Admission is free, but donations are welcome.

Go to thenextpictureshow.org or call 815-285-4924 for more information.

On the Fourth

WHAT’S GOING ON

ART EXHIBITS At CGH Medical Center STERLING – “Spirit of the Heart” is on display on the first floor, in the north hallway between the hospital and the main clinic at CGH Medical Center, 101 E. Miller Road.

The project, coordinated by Woodlawn Arts Academy and CGH, features artwork from academy students – some of which has previously won prizes – and is on display not only for the enjoyment of visitors and staff, but to help promote the idea of art’s positive impact on patients’ healing and health.

Future shows will feature local juried artists and select pieces

that will be available for viewing and sale. A portion of the proceeds will benefit CGH Auxiliary.

Email info@cghmc.com for information.

At Distinctive Gardens DIXON – “Transform,” a shop story, is available for viewing at Distinctive Gardens, 2020 Lowell Park Road.

The new concept focuses on plants, art, community activities and gardening related to the theme. The shop stories will switch like art shows.

Artists made specific products for the story.

The story “emphasizes a curated selection of local artists, educational gardening displays and highlighted plants,” Lisa LeFevre said in a news release. She owns the shop with her husband, Bud. Call 815-285-0014, find Distinctive Gardens on Facebook, or go to diggersdelight.com for more information.

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Loveland Community House and Museum, 513 W. Second St., as well as the museum’s many other exhibits, can be viewed from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday or by appointment. Guided group tours can be scheduled by contacting Steve Wilson at swilson@lovelandcommunityhouse. org or 815-284-2741.

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The event is free to the public.

At The Next Picture Show DIXON – “Really Affordable Art,” an exhibition featuring works priced to make it easier for everyone to own a piece of original art, is on display through today at the gallery, 113 W. First St. Artwork by Peg Miller also will

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MOUNT MORRIS – The Let Freedom Ring Festival began Wednesday in Mount Morris, highlighted by its annual Little Miss and Mister Firecracker competition, and will continue Friday through Monday.

During the festival, entertainment will be offered at the bandshell downtown and Maggie’s Beer Garden stage, 115 S. Wesley Ave. A truck show will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday on Wesley Avenue.

A craft fair will go from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday on the north end of the festival grounds.

A kiddie parade will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, with registration at 1:30, and kiddie water fights at 3 p.m., with registration at 2:30.

Also on Saturday, the band Misty Water Creek will perform from 8 to 10 p.m. at the bandshell.

The parade kicks off at 2 p.m. Sunday.​

Entertainment lineup at Maggie’s Beer Garden Friday • 5:30 to 7 p.m. – Lizzi Neal Band • 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. – Chicago DJ/VJ Jason Coffman (inside Maggie’s) • 9 p.m. to midnight – Sunset Strip Saturday • 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. – Dozzi • 4 to 5 p.m. – Gina Venier • 6 to 7:30 p.m. – Big Daddy Woo Woo • 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. – AudioDrive • 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. – Chicago DJ/VJ Jason Coffman (Inside Maggie’s) Sunday • 1:30 to 3 p.m. – Pete’s Sake • 4 to 5 p.m. – Olivia Dvorak • 6 to 7:30 p.m. – Stroker Red • 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. – Destination Unknown • 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. – Chicago DJ/VJ Jason Coffman (Inside Maggie’s) Monday • 4 to 5:30 p.m. – Unity The Band • 6:30 to 8 p.m. – Bobby Messano

Free concert at the bandshell MOUNT MORRIS – The Sting Rays, a Chicago oldies and rock ‘n’ roll band, will continue the Mount Morris Jamboree Committee’s summer schedule of free concerts from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday nights at the bandshell.

Attendees may bring a chair or blanket, or bench seating is available.

Concessions will be provided by the Mount Morris Moose Family Center.

Members will be selling burgers, hot dogs, sloppy joes, popcorn, chips, pop and desserts. The nonprofit organization’s main purpose is raising funds to support children at Mooseheart Child City & School, and providing day care for the more than 200 children who live there. The organization also provides support to the community.

The Mount Morris Community Farmers Market will be open from 4 to 7 p.m. before each performance in the parking lot of Rockford Bell Credit Union, 4 E. Main St.

Entertainment lineup at the bandshell Saturday • 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. – Brett Belleque’s magic and balloon art • 3 to 4 p.m. – Let Freedom Laugh with comedian Lisa Kalnins-Janes • 5 to 6 p.m. – Quite Contrary Mary Ley with acoustic music for an interactive kids show • 8 to 10 p.m. – Misty Water Creek Band (classic rock and country) Sunday • 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. – The festival also will feature a food court throughout the weekend.

Fireworks begin at dark Monday at David L. Rahn

Ben the Clown, Juggler, Acrobat and Mime • 5 to 6 and 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. – Mark Dvorak (solo acoustic) presents “The American Folk Song” Monday • 4 to 5 p.m. – Dan Phelps (acoustic blues and roots music) • 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. – Tres Amigos (acoustic rock) • 7 to 8 p.m. – Blues Hawks (acoustic blues) Junior High, 105 W. Brayton Road.

Go to letfreedomringfestival.com for a complete schedule of events or more information.

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Two shows ready to rock ‘Rock of Ages,’ ‘School of Rock’ about to hit stage STAFF REPORT news@saukvalley.com 815-625-3600, ext. 5501

MOUNT CARROLL – “Rock of Ages” is hitting regional theaters for the first time, including a run beginning today at 7:30 p.m. at Timber Lake Playhouse, 8215 Black Oak Road.

Performances are also set for 7:30 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Tuesday, July 8 and July 9; and at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sunday, Wednesday and July 10.

Set on L.A.’s infamous Sunset Strip at the end of the Reagan era, “this exuberant show features hit tunes from the decade of big bands, big egos and even bigger hair,” according to a news release.

The story follows Drew, an aspiring singer, and Sherrie, a wannabe actress, who meet while working together at the Bourbon Room, a sleazy-but-still-charming rock club.

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into a strip mall. But if we learn anything from the mid- to late-’80s, don’t stop believing,” the release said.

Tickets, from $17 to $25, are sold at timberlakeplayhouse.org or by calling 815-244-2035.

A cash bar will be open before and during the show.

Because of the hardrock, MTV style of the era, discretion is advised when considering bringing kids to the show.

Not to be outdone by “Rock of Ages,” the musical “School of Rock” will hit the stage at 2 p.m. from Tuesday through July 9 at the venue.

The musical is based on the Jack Black film of the same name.

The musical follows Dewey Finn, a failed, wannabe rock star who decides to earn a few extra bucks by posing as

a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school.

Completely disinterested in academic work, Dewey decides to create his own curriculum, turning his class into a guitarshredding, bass-slapping, mind-blowing rock band.

The score features both new music and songs from the movie.

Tickets are $10 and are sold at timberlakeplayhouse.org or by calling the box office at 815-2442035.

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ROCK FALLS – The annual Rock Falls Antique Tractor and Engine Show Cookout will run from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

July 9 at Long Shot Sports Bar and Grill, 3312 W. Rock Falls Road.

Admission is free.

Tractors and engines will be displayed. Long

sell jewelry, crafts, lawn decorations, Avon products, and other items. A playground will be open.

Vendors still can sign up for free to display items; call 815-408-0420

Shot also will sell breakfast and lunch.

Food items and pet supplies will be accepted for an entry into a raffle at the fourth annual food drive for Sauk Valley Food Bank.

A blacksmith demonstration is planned, and items will be sold.

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ART EXHIBITS Art throughout Dixon Cindy Winterfield’s work is on display at First National Bank of Amboy, 1314 N. Galena Ave., Dixon.

The work of Beverly Garcia is on view at the offices of Ward, Murray, Pace and Johnson, 226 W. River St. At Woodlawn Arts Academy STERLING – The summer art exhibit, featuring works by Kimberly Clark, Mark Johnson, Heather Shore, and Brian Lutz, is on display through Aug. 5 in the halls and lounge of the facility, 3807 Woodlawn Road.

Go to woodlawnartsacademy. com or call 815-626-4278 for more information.

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Quynnetta Sanders at 7 p.m. at Debate Square, 114 E. Douglas St. Like all of the performers, Sanders has Freeport roots. Her album, “My Heart Belongs to You,” will be available at the performance.

There will be no concert July 7 because of the Stephenson County Fair, but concerts will take place all other Thursdays through Aug. 11. They’re free, but donations will be accepted for the performers.

Seating is limited; those planning to attend should bring lawn chairs or blankets.

The schedule: • July 14: Seasaw, a folk-pop duo out of Madison, Wisconsin, featuring Freeport natives Meg Golz and Eve Wilczewski • July 21: Kendra Beth Swanson, folk singer and Freeport native • July 28: Pop vocalist Shelby Gahm, who grew up in Freeport and attended Freeport High School, as well as Highland Community College • Aug. 4: Korey Steil, a pop musician, who graduated from Freeport High and attends Highland • Aug. 11: Southpaw Stance, a popular acoustic rock group featuring Justin Pasch, Nick Rabb and Adam Rodenbaugh, all of Freeport Friday First Fridays in Mount Morris MOUNT MORRIS – The First Fridays Open Stage music show returns to Pinecrest Grove Community Center and Theater, just off McKendrie Street at 500 Evergreen Lane.

Registration begins at 5:30 p.m., with the show at 6. Food and beverages can be purchased from McKendrie Street Cafe.

Each musician or band performs for 15 minutes. Instruments are acoustic, and a professional sound system is provided. The music will include country, bluegrass, blues, gospel, folk, soft rock, and eclectic mixes of the different styles. Admission is by donation. All musicians and spectators are welcome. Call 815973-0942 for more information.

Upcoming: Aug. 1 Band’s season continues DIXON – The Dixon Municipal Band will continue its season at 7:30 p.m. with a patriotic concert on the lawn of Old Lee County Courthouse, 112 E. Second St. The concert’s patriotic theme revolves around state portraits.

The concert is free and participants should bring their own seating.

The group will also march with the Dixon High School marching band during the Petunia Festival parade at 1 p.m. Sunday.

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WHAT’S GOING ON CONCERTS Sunday Summer cookouts continue MOUNT MORRIS – “Sundays in the Park,” a series of summer cookouts, returns this weekend at White Pines Inn, 6712 W. Pines Road.

Food will be sold and live entertainment provided from 1 to 4 p.m. each Sunday until Sept. 4 in the garden canopy next to the restaurant. Grilled burgers and brats, craft beers, bloody Marys, margaritas, and wine will be available.

Visit whitepinesinn.com or call 815-946-3817 for more information.

Wednesday Sterling band to play STERLING – The Sterling Municipal Symphony Band will continue its summer season at 7:30 p.m. at Grandon Civic Center in Central Park, at East Fourth Street and state Route 2.

Admission is free. The park has bench seating, but people may bring a lawn chair or a blanket.

Food will be sold every week in the gazebo.

Concerts will be July 13, 20, 27; and Aug. 3.

Dr. Paula Crider, professor emerita at University of Texas at Austin, will serve as guest conductor at the final concert of the season.

Also planned are jazz band concerts at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, and July 16 and 30.

Go to sterlingmunicipalband. com, find the band on Facebook, or call Jon or Cathy 815-6221681 for more information.

July 15 Blues and Bluegrass FRANKLIN GROVE – If it’s the third Friday of the month, it’s Blues and Bluegrass night at the H.I. Lincoln Building, 136 N. Elm St. Open-stage acoustic gospel, folk, country, blues and bluegrass will be performed, beginning at 7 p.m. Admission is free, but donations are accepted to help with the upkeep of the historic building.

Go to franklingroveil.org for more information.

Upcoming: Aug. 19 July 23 Music Fest celebrating 5 years STERLING – The Main Street Music Fest will return for its fifth year at Grandon Civic Center in Central Memorial Park.

Gates will open at 1 p.m. for the all-ages festival. Food and beverages will be sold, and no outside food and beverages will be permitted.

No pets are permitted at the event; participants can bring folding chairs and blankets.

There will be activities for children and artist booths.

Admission is $5 for those 13 and older, and free for 12 and younger.

The live music schedule is: • 2 p.m. – The Dirty Beet Brothers • 3:15 p.m. – Ottawa • 5 p.m. – Bad Bad Hats • 6:45 p.m. – Miles Nielsen and the Rusted Hearts • 8:30 p.m. – The Eskimo Brothers At 8:20 p.m., the winner of the summer 50-50 drawing will be announced.

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

DOWNTOWN EVENTS July 9 Second Saturdays returns DIXON – Second Saturdays Art Happenings will return to downtown Dixon. Most of the happenings run through the evening at various venues between First and Second streets and Peoria and Galena avenues. Second Saturdays features art, music and other cultural events.

Find the event on Facebook for more information Upcoming: Aug. 13

FAMILY FUN Through July 9 Traveling exhibit in area FRANKLIN CREEK – “Water/ Ways,” a traveling exhibit created by the Smithsonian Institute, will be on display from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday through Monday until July 9 at Franklin Creek Grist Mill, 1893 Twist Road.

The exhibit focuses on the purpose of water, its uses, and what people can do to protect it.

Participants must sign up for a tour by email at info@franklincreekgristmill.com or call 815456-2718.

Monday Free family fun on the Fourth STERLING – Families can celebrate Independence Day with free fun from noon to 4 p.m. at Amazing Grace Church, 512 Second Ave. The entire block will be lined with rides and inflatables. Splash pools will be available for smaller children. Food will be sold.

Special appearances by the fire department, CGH Ambulance, and Whiteside County Sheriff’s Department are planned.

Call the church at 815-625-9300 from 9 a.m. to noon Monday for more information.

Tuesday and July 12 Nature fun for kids FULTON – Children ages 2 to 5 can learn about Earth, home to creatures in the ground, trees, and everywhere, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at The Andresen Nature Center, 409 Fourth St. With a parent or guardian, children will get to touch and move like worms, birds and frogs.

Admission is free, but participants must register. They’re are asked to dress for the weather, bring something to drink and not be afraid to get dirty.

Go to go.illinois.edu/toddlertuesday for more information or to register.

July 25-29 Registration open for day camp STERLING – Registration is ongoing for Camp Invention, scheduled for July 25-29 at Woodlawn Arts Academy, 3807 Wooodlawn Road.

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problem solving, and the spirit of invention. Participants in first through sixth grade will do this through the use of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

Programs are facilitated and taught by educators who live and teach in the community.

Sessions will be from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each day.

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FARMERS MARKETS In Dixon DIXON – There will be no Dixon Park District farmers market Saturday at Haymarket Square. The next market will be from 7 a.m. to noon July 9.

The Dixon City Market is open from 4 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays through Aug. 3 along the riverfront between Hennepin and Peoria avenues.

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ety of premier, local and specialty food vendors. Beer and wine tastings are sponsored by The Stables.

The Next Picture Show will present an artist feature each week. Face painting and other kids activities also will be available.

Entertainment will be provided by Irons In The Fire from 5 to 7 p.m.

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Upcoming: July 13, Mathew Kinnaman; July 20, Melanie Devaney; July 27, Swing Jazz; and Aug. 3, Gina Venier Go to dixonparkdistrict.com or dixonmainstreet.com for more information about each market.

In Morrison MORRISON – The Morrison Farmers Market runs from 8 to 11 a.m. every Saturday, rain or shine, through Sept. 24 at 204 E. Lincolnway.

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

On July 27, an expanded market will move downtown on Main Street from 5 to 8 p.m.

The event will feature food vendors, music, artisan products, seasonal produce, flowers, and crafts from regular and new vendors.

For more information about the market, including rules, regulations, and applications, go to

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In Mount Morris MOUNT MORRIS – The Mount Morris Community Farmers Market is open from 4 to 7 p.m.

Fridays through October in the parking lot of Rockford Bell Credit Union, 4 E. Main St. Locally sourced foods and crafts will be sold.

In Rock Falls ROCK FALLS – This summer’s Rock Falls farmers market runs through October at 400 W. Second St. Hours will be 8 to 11 a.m.

Wednesdays and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Saturdays. Produce, crafts, and merchandise can be sold.

The cost to be a vendor is $10 for the season.

Applications can be downloaded at rockfallschamber.com or picked up at the chamber office, 601 W. 10th St. Call the chamber at 815-6254500 for more information.

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

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50/50 Raffle Excited to announce the return of the 50/50 Raffle to this year’s festival! 1/$1 or 6/$5. Do not have to be present to win. Tickets will be on sale at Dixon Main Street, PatiO’s, Shamrock, Stables or any board member starting now and through the festival. You can also purchase them during the festival on the main grounds under the pink tent. Get yours today!

Riverfront stages will be rockin’ this year with 18 bands of all different genres, featuring The Wailers, Catfight and Trick Pony on the Bud Light Main Stage.

Ultimate Air Dogs Show

Join us on the Peoria Avenue bridge on Monday, July 4 from 10am-3pm.

Brush, Bloom and Boom

Monday, July 4 at 11am. Great event for the whole family, so come and paint Dixon’s beautiful downtown!

Family Fun Night and Ice Cream Social

Friday, July 1 at 5pm on the Old Lee County Courthouse Lawn. Many new activities this year, including “Touch a Truck” and a variety of other games and activities.

“Dixon Pride” Parade

This year’s parade will showcase local community members, the Jesse White Tumblers, The Pulse of Peoria and the Next Generation Fancy Drill team.

Sunday, July 3 at 1pm.

Famous Fireworks on the Riverfront

Monday, July 4 at 9:30pm.

Midwest Regional Qualifier returns for another year of And as always, be sure not to miss out on the wide family and four-legged fun. Multiple events on Saturday, variety of family activities, bingo, craft show and great food at this year’s Dixon Petunia Festival!

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For all information on this year’s Petunia Festival, please visit us at www.petuniafestival.org call 815-288-PINK (7465) or stop into Dixon Main Street at 115 W. Hennepin Ave., Dixon.

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WHAT’S GOING ON and a Blazin’ Wings Challenge, sponsored by Buffalo Wild Wings in Sterling. Participants can sign for the tournaments at the corresponding restaurant.

30 West, a Morrison band, will perform from 4 to 8 p.m., and fireworks will follow at 9:30.

Call 815-772-7657 for more information.

FUN FOR A CAUSE Saturday Race benefits ALS research WALNUT – The Walnut 5K Run/Walk for ALS Research will begin at 8 a.m. in front of Bureau Valley North Junior High School, 323 S. Main St. Registration is $20 until the day of the race.

Registration will be open from 6:45 to 7:45 a.m. the day of the race at the tent south of the school.

Trophies will be awarded to the first-, second-, and third-place winners in 15 age groups.

Contact Julie Von Holten at 815-379-2269 or walnut5kals@ gmail.com for an entry form or more information.

July 9 Human foosball fundraiser DIXON – Home of Hope Cancer Wellness Center will present a human foosball tournament at 10 a.m. at The Meadows, 1761 Washington Ave. There will be a 50-50 drawing, music, food and a silent auction.

Teams can register by emailing Joan Padilla at jpadilla@hohrrv. com or calling 815-288-4673.

The event is a major fundraiser for the center.

July 10 Socialize with ice cream STERLING – The Sterling-Rock Falls Historical Society will host an ice cream social from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Lincoln Mannahan Home Museum, 607 E. Third St. Ice cream, homemade pies, and drinks will be sold. Tours will be offered.

Other entertainment is planned; all proceeds will benefit the society’s Lincoln Learning Center project.

A tent will be set up to provide shade for people.

Go to srfhs.com for more information.

July 23 Benefit set at Sharky’s MOUNT MORRIS – The fourth annual Wounded Warrior Concert Benefit will run from 11 a.m. to midnight at Sharky’s Sports Bar and Grill, 3 N. Wesley Ave. There will be a battle of the bands featuring Rat Baxter, Southern Charm, Static Signal, Dirt Road Rebelz, TRaSH 80’s, and Prowler.

The headliner will be Desolation Row. The show will be broadcast live on WXRX 104.9 FM. Food and drinks will be sold at this all-ages event.

There will be a raffle for a 2005 Harley Davidson custom Sportster. Tickets are one for $10 or six for $50.

Admission is $15 per person, and free for those 18 and younger.

Free camping will be available at Mount Morris Moose Family Center, 101 Moose Drive.

Find the event on Facebook for more information.

July 29-30 Pink Heals back in town ROCK FALLS – The Pink Heals Tour will be in the area again, this time on July 29 and 30.

The group of first responders travel the country to raise awareness, spread hope and bring healing to those with cancer.

The tour will be in Morrison and Dixon on July 29, and Rock Falls and Sterling on July 30.

There will be a Pink Party from 6 to 9 p.m. July 30 at the Riverfront Patio, 301 E. Second St., Rock Falls.

The Pink Heals truck will be on display and the event will feature health and wellness booths from many nonprofits.

There also will be food, music and activities for children. Admission is free.

Pink fireworks will begin at 9 p.m., recognizing those who are living with cancer, and in memory of those who have lost their battle with cancer.

Find the event on Facebook for more information.

July 30 Fun for whole family MORRISON – The City of Morrison Parks and Recreation Department is planning its first Summer Extravaganza from noon to 8 p.m. at the Morrison Sports Complex at state Route 30 and Bishop Road.

The event will feature free kids activities, including an obstacle course, human soccer balls, bounce houses, a bags tournament, face painting and more.

Donations will be accepted to offset expenses.

Concessions will be sold and there will be an ice cream eating contest sponsored by Happy Joe’s Pizza & Ice Cream.

Adult activities will include a bags tournament, blind draw volleyball tournament and beer garden.

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Human foosball teams vie for possession at the 2015 Foos for Cancer tournament. Home of Hope Cancer Wellness Center will again present a human foosball tournament at 10 a.m. July 9 at The Meadows, 1761 Washington Ave., Dixon.

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Admission to the beer garden is $5.

The cost of the tournaments is $25 each or $40 for both.

The entry fee for the tournament includes a $5 meal ticket and

entry to the beer garden.

Half of the money from the entry fees will go toward tournament prize money.

There also will be food-eating contests, including a Monster

Thick Burger eating contest, sponsored by Hardee’s in Morrison; an ice cream eating contest, sponsored by Happy Joe’s; a hot dog eating contest, sponsored

by Dairy Queen in Morrison;

Aug. 6 Fundraiser for WCPT ROCK FALLS – “Toast to Transit,” a wine tasting fundraiser for Whiteside County Public Transportation, will run from 6 to 9 p.m. at The Barn at Allen Acres, 2206 Prophet Road.

Tickets are $25 each or two for $40 before the event, and $30 each or two for $50 at the door. VIP tables also are available and will include a full bottle of wine, donated by The Crystal Cork Wine Shoppe and Sterling Federal Bank, and a “swag bag” from Imprintable Memories.

Those who register before Friday will be entered in a drawing.

One winner will receive tickets to see the St. Louis Cardinals, Magic Waters, and Santa’s Village.

Admission includes eight tasting tickets, appetizers and live music.

The Crystal Cork Wine Shoppe will have a variety of wines, beers and martinis to sample.

There will be a 50-50 raffle and silent auction.

Attendees must be 21.

The first 100 ticket purchasers will receive a wine glass and wine charm.

Go to ridewcpt.net or contact

Tori McDaniel at 815-625-7433, ext. 105, for tickets or more information.

Event marks 10 years DIXON – Firefighters and police officers will host a community event from 6 to 11 p.m. to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the Public Safety Building, 220 S. Hennepin Ave. Admission is free. Festivities include a beer garden, a fire truck bounce house, face painting, a 50-50 raffle, and a cookout with pork chops and hot dogs donated by the Elks Club.

Culver’s will provide free custard.

Snap Shot, a classic rock cover band, will perform.

Seating is limited; participants may bring their own lawn chairs.

The first 200 people to enter will receive a free police and fire can koozie. T-shirts will be sold.

Tickets for the 50-50 raffle are $5 each and can be purchased in advance at That Place on Palmyra, 628 Palmyra Road; PatiO’s, 222 W. First St.; Zero’s Tap, 81 S. Galena Ave.; and at the Public Safety Building.

Barricades will prohibit traffic between Second and Third streets, but the closure will not interfere with emergency operations.

Parking will be available at the upper and lower parking decks at KSB Town Square Centre, 102 S. Hennepin Ave. Proceeds from the event will be used to upgrade fitness equipment for the firefighters and police officers.

Call 815-288-4411 for more information.

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WHAT’S GOING ON FUN FOR A CAUSE Aug. 20 Get ready for Gardenstock DIXON – Organizers are preparing for the eighth annual Gardenstock Art and Music Festival at Distinctive Gardens, 2020 Lowell Road.

The festival is a benefit for Sinnissippi Centers’ Youth Garden Program. The program allows at-risk youths involved with Sinnissippi to raise produce from a vegetable garden and donate it to Dixon Food Pantry. The donation from Gardenstock proceeds keeps the program alive, organizers say.

Nine bands will perform from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., and the art festival runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Gardenstock is “picnic style,” allowing everyone to bring a chair, blanket, cooler and beverage.

Vendors also will sell food and drinks from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Tickets are $8 online or $10 at the gate for those 13 and older, and $1 for children 12 and younger.

Tents are $40. During the past 2 years, tents sold out in 2 days, and already this year, specific tent requests are no longer available; they will be general reservation online. People should list at least their top ten favorite tent numbers in order of preference in the comments field on the online order.

No large tables or other tents are allowed on the festival grounds. Close-to-the-ground tables are still allowed.

Limited tickets and tents go on sale at 7 a.m. July 18 at diggersdelight.com.

The music: • 11 a.m. to noon – Acoustic Circus • 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. – Celestial Motion Wagon • 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. – The Catfish Dogs • 2:45 to 3:45 p.m. – The Mississippi Stranglers • 4 to 5 p.m. – Ashley Bean Band • 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. – Anne Hills • 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. – The Dirty Beet Brothers • 8 to 9:15 p.m. – Bertoletti Family Band • 9:30 to 11 p.m. – Wrong Element There also will be a 50-50 drawing, tie-dye contest and raffle drawings.

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Festival 56’s presentation of Shakespeare’s dramatic romance “The Winter’s Tale” is spending the summer at Soldiers and Sailors Park, downtown on South Main Street in Princeton. Look below for more information.

Go to diggersdelight.com or find Gardenstock on Facebook for more information.

HISTORY LOVERS Through Aug. 13 Learn about city on tour DAVENPORT, Iowa – Walking tours will be provided at 10:30 a.m.

Saturdays through Aug. 13 at the German American Heritage Center, 712 W. Second St. Participants will spend about 90 minutes learning about the roots, heritage and history of the city.

Admission is $5; all ages are welcome.

Organizers recommend that participants dress comfortably and bring water, and be prepared to walk and stand during the duration of the tour, which includes some hills and stairs.

Call 563-322-8844 or visit gahc.org for more information.

July 11 Program on region’s change DIXON – Local historian

Duane Paulsen will speak on the changes in northern Illinois since the Industrial Revolution at 7 p.m. in the second flood conference room of KSB Hospital, 403 E. First St. Paulsen will compare the large city of Chicago with the small city of Dixon. His program will highlight the effects of change and how they challenged business and private lives.

Refreshments will be served.

The conference room is handicapped accessible and there will be staff in the lobby to direct attendees.

Stop by the Lee County Historical and Genealogical Society Library, 113 S. Hennepin Ave., or call 815284-1134 for more information.

KARAOKE Saturday Party with the James Gang LANARK – Karaoke with the James Gang from 8 p.m. to midnight at The Crooked Roof, 109 E. Carroll St.

Upcoming: 8 p.m.-midnight July 8 at Freeport Moose, 601 E. South St.; 8 p.m.-midnight July 16 at Maggie’s Idle Hour, 115 S. Wesley Ave.; 8 p.m.-midnight July 23 at Slurp & Burp, 4319 S. Loran Road, Pearl City; and 8 p.m.midnight July 30 at Bogey’s Bar & Grill, 729 Timber Creek Road ​Email jamesgang1996@gmail. com for more information.

THEATER Through July 9 ‘Violet’ begins run tonight PRINCETON – “Violet,” a bluegrass musical, will open at 7:30 p.m. today at Grace Performing Arts Center, 316 S. Main St. Performances are set for 7:30 p.m. Friday, Saturday and July 7-9, and at 2 p.m. Wednesday.

In the musical, “a small-town girl takes a bus trip through the reluctantly changing Deep South in the 1960s in search of change and transformation for herself.”

Tickets are $29 for adults, $26 for seniors, and $14 for students.

Go to festival56.com, call 815879-5656, email boxoffice@festival56.com or stop by the theater for tickets or more information.

Through July 24 Play set for park stage PRINCETON – Festival 56’s presentation of Shakespeare’s dramatic romance “The Winter’s Tale” is spending the summer at Soldiers and Sailors Park, downtown on South Main Street.

Additional performances will be at 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Sundays through July 24.

Admission is free, and lawn chairs are suggested.

Go to festival56.com or call 815-879-5656 for more information.

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

The facility will be open from 1 to 4 p.m. Thursdays and

Sundays, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Fridays and Saturdays.

Admission is free, but donations are accepted.

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

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

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

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

Go to lovelandcommunityhouse.org for more information.

At the John Deere Historic Site GRAND DETOUR – The John Deere Historic Site is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday through October. Admission is $5.

Call 815-652-4551 for more information.

Fun at Firehouse Ministries ROCK FALLS – Firehouse Ministries Fire Museum, 403 W. Second St., is open for tours from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. each Saturday through October. Local antique fire trucks, historical pictures, firefighting equipment, and more can be viewed.

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

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

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

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

Saturdays and 1 to 4 p.m. Sundays. The museum also is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.

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

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Numbers game The last dozen home runs hit by the White Sox have all been solo shots, Brett Lawrie, Tyler Saladino & Todd Frazier homered Wednesday.

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Gymnastics Divine of Dixon sent 14 athletes to the USTA national meet in Knoxville, Tennessee earlier this month. They were (first row, from left) Bailey Tegeler, Kennedy Teller, Gracie Tremble and Anna Stender; (second row, from left) Alyssa Moss, Sophie Stender, Haley Rees, Robert Tourtillott, Zoe Smith and Graci Junis. Not pictured are Ali Bellini, Ava Hackman, Bridget McCrory and Carlie Day.

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Two Gymnastics Divine athletes win national titles

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DIXON – When Robert Tourtillott is training at the Gymnastics Divine studio in downtown Dixon, sometimes his ankles bump up against the low ceilings.

There was nothing to contain Tourtillott and teammate Haley Rees, however, at the United States Tumbling Association national championship held June 14-18 in Knoxville, Tenn. Each

earned first place at the event at which 156 clubs from across the country were represented.

Gymnastics Divine had 17 qualifiers for the event, and 14 actually made the trip to Tennessee. Seven of the 14 athletes finished in the top nine places.

Rees earned top honors in the Sub Novice 12 Division. She has been in gymnastics since she was a young girl, but this is the first year she is actually competing.

“It was really exciting,” Rees said. “My family was really proud of me. We had a

little celebration party for it.”

Rees hopes to expand her tumbling and gymnastics skills into becoming a competitive cheerleader in college, where tricks and stunts are the norm.

“I used to be not serious about gymnastics,” Rees said. “I’d do other things, like dance and basketball. Now I’m getting into gymnastics, and I love to compete. I never thought I’d make it to nationals, let alone win.”

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SWIMMING | U.S. OLYMPIC TRIALS

Fifth Olympics on tap for Phelps 18-time gold medalist wins 200 butterfly to qualify for Rio

BY PAUL NEWBERRY AP National Writer

OMAHA, Neb. – Michael Phelps surged to the wall, and then whipped around to spot his time.

That number wasn’t really important. The only thing that mattered was No. 5.

Phelps became the first male swimmer to qualify for five Olympics with a victory in the 200-meter butterfly at the U.S. swimming trials Wednesday night, another huge milestone in the water but even more significant given what’s happened away from the pool.

A second drunken-driving arrest. A re-evaluation of his life. An impending marriage.

And his first child.

With 7-week-old Boomer in the arms of his mother at the CenturyLink Center, Phelps

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cruised to a victory that meant as much personally as all those triumphs that came before.

The most decorated athlete in Olympic history is Rio-bound.

“With everything that’s happened and being able to come back, that was probably harder than any swim I’ve had in my life,” Phelps said. “Just being able to finish how I want to is so important to me. Getting on this team is what I wanted to do.”

He wasn’t the only one feeling a bit of redemption.

Missy Franklin turned in one of the gutsiest performances of her career to earn a spot for Rio in the 200 freestyle.

Tuesday night, she struggled AP to seventh in the 100 back- Michael Phelps gestures after winning the men’s 200-meter stroke – an event she won 4 butterfly at the U.S. Olympic swimming trials Wednesday in years ago in London.

Omaha, Neb. Phelps qualified for the Summer Games for a FIFTH continued on B24 U.S.-record fifth time.

he first words that come to mind for me when someone mentions Buddy Ryan are beloved, tough, brilliant, innovative, arrogant and self-destructive.

Believe it or not, I was actually just a kid on the beat once, and Buddy Ryan was the new defensive coordinator of the Chicago Bears.

I got my start at Pro Football Weekly in 1977, the final year of the Jack Pardee regime with the Chicago Bears under George Halas and Jim Finks.

Finks, of course, had built multiple Super Bowl teams for the Minnesota Vikings in the 1970s, and as he began to lay the groundwork for the great Bears teams of the 80’s, he looked north to his old stomping grounds for a coach to lead them – but it wasn’t Ryan he chose.

Neill Armstrong had been a Vikings offensive assistant from 1970-77, and it was Armstrong who convinced Ryan after 2 years as the defensive line coach in Minnesota to become his coordinator in Chicago.

Who said Armstrong was a bust as the Bears’ head coach?

Ryan didn’t exactly burst on the scene here in Chicago, even though there was already some talent to work with, principally a pair of young safeties named Gary Fencik and Doug Plank and a tough-as-nails defensive end, Mike Hartenstine.

By 1981, Finks had added Dan Hampton, Mike Singletary, Otis Wilson, Todd Bell, Leslie Frazier and Al Harris, and with the nucleus of one of the greatest defenses of all-time, Finks and Papa Bear agreed it was time for Armstrong to get the old heave-ho.

Those kids – and make no mistake, they were just kids at the time – were so convinced that they were on the threshold of greatness, and they believed so strongly that Ryan was the biggest reason, that they joined together behind Fencik and Hampton to plead with Halas to give Ryan the head job.

Of course, unbeknownst to them – and many believe to Finks as well – Halas had another idea, and Mike Ditka became the head coach of the Bears.

But the old man was so moved by the belief and devotion of his young players that he informed Ditka he and Buddy would be a package deal, and Ryan was retained as the defensive coordinator.

Those players and the rest who joined them leading up to the magical ’85 season loved, respected and trusted Ryan beyond all limits.

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Luck fills his pockets Andrew Luck Colts QB signed the richest contract in NFL history, a deal worth up to $140 million through 2021. Luck is guaranteed $87 million.

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White Sox’s Cabrera to miss time White Sox outfielder Melky Cabrera is expected to miss 3-4 days after being diagnosed with a right wrist sprain. Cabrera has been battling the injury since landing on it wrong while trying to make a diving catch in Cleveland on June 18.

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Preds, Habs swap defensemen The Nashville Predators pulled off a blockbuster before the start of free agency Wednesday by acquiring P.K. Subban from the Montreal Canadiens in exchange for Shea Weber, a swap of All-Star defensemen.

Subban won the Norris Trophy as the NHL’s top defenseman in 2013, and had six goals and 45 assists last season before suffering an injury. Subban signed a $72 million, 8-year contract in the summer of 2014.

Weber signed a $110 million, 14-year offer sheet with Philadelphia as a restricted free agent in 2012, but Nashville matched it to keep him.

The three-time Norris Trophy finalist was a team captain and had 20 goals and 31 assists last season.

Stamkos re-signs with Lightning Lightning captain Steven Stamkos is staying put in Tampa Bay. The 26-year-old signed a contract reportedly worth $68 million over 8 years.

The two-time scoring champion will average $8.5 million per season.

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Timberwolves get ownership shakeup Minnesota Timberwolves owner Glen Taylor is bringing in two new minority partners to his ownership group, including the NBA’s first Chinese owner.

Shanghai investor Lizhang Jiang and New Jersey real estate mogul Meyer Orbach are joining the Timberwolves’ ownership group. Orbach has agreed to acquire 9.5 percent of the team, while Lizhang will be brought in at 5 percent.

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Jones withdraws from Olympic Trials Popular and polarizing 100-meter hurdler Lolo Jones, 33, has withdrawn from the Olympic track and field trials, saying she didn’t have enough time to heal from hip surgery in November.

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Match of a lifetime

Tennis teacher revels in chance to face Federer

BY HOWARD FENDRICH AP Tennis Writer

LONDON – How much money might you be willing to pay for the once-in-a-lifetime chance to play tennis against Roger Federer on Centre Court at Wimbledon?

Or merely for the chance to emerge from the tunnel leading out to the green grass there and hear the full-throated yells of nearly 15,000 standing, clapping spectators pulling for you?

Or, perhaps best of all, for the chance to look up at a guest box and see your parents, sister, brother and cousin leaping out of their seats, rejoicing, after you conjured up a beautifully curled lob that floated over the man considered by many to be the sport’s greatest player in history and landed in to win a 14-stroke exchange?

Marcus Willis, who lives at home with Mom and Dad and works as a tennis instructor at a club in central England, got to experience all of that and more Wednesday, and it didn’t cost the 25-year-old a dime. Actually, Willis earned the biggest paycheck of his career despite winding up with the sort of result everyone expected when a guy ranked 772nd in the world somehow found himself across the net from the man who spent more weeks at No. 1 than anyone: a 6-0, 6-3, 6-4 victory for Federer in the second round at the All England Club.

“I did look up twice as I bounced the ball, and saw Roger Federer, and thought, ‘Oh, haven’t seen this before,’” said Willis, whose white shirt – which he bought about a year ago – was made by Federer’s apparel company and had the gray initials “RF” embroidered on the

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t There was plenty of speculation that she’d be hard-pressed to qualify for any individual events at these games. Franklin herself sounded as though she’d be happy just getting on the team as a relay swimmer.

Turns out, she’ll be busier than that in Brazil.

While Katie Ledecky romped to victory in the 200 free, earning a second individual event at the Olympics, Franklin rallied over the second half of the race to claim

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Roger Federer plays a return to Marcus Willis during their Wimbledon singles match on Wednesday in London. Willis, ranked 772 in the world, lost 6-0, 6-3, 6-4. left sleeve. “Yeah, it was surreal. ... I had to get used to it and play.”

He earned the right to be out there against the 17-time Grand Slam champion thanks to an improbable, straight-from-ascreenplay couple of weeks that included victories in three matches during a playoff for low-ranked British players, three more in the qualifying rounds at Wimbledon, and then another Monday in his very first tourlevel match.

“It’s all been incredible and a bit of a blur,” said Willis, a left-hander with a strong serve who slices shots off both wings. “I’ve gone from one extreme to the other in a matter of days.”

Willis, who charges about $40 per hour for lessons, truly became an overnight sensation.

His girlfriend – who, in keeping with the Hollywood nature of the whole episode, recently persuaded him not to give up on his dream of being a regular on the professional tour – was interviewed on the BBC. So were his family members. His loud group of supporters, who led rowdy chants that reverberated under the closed roof at the generally staid venue, got the TV treatment, too.

“I said a few days ago: This story is gold,” Federer said. “He’s got a career after this. He definitely made the most of it.”

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the runner-up spot.

“Last night was really tough, and coming back from that, I was telling myself, ‘I’m not done fighting. I’m not done with believing in myself,’” Franklin said. “That’s probably the most proud race I’ve ever swam in my entire career, coming back from such a loss last night and telling myself that I still have it in me to do whatever I believe I can do.”

Ledecky added the 200 free to her rapidly growing Olympic schedule, winning comfortably with a time of 1:54.88. She already won the 400 free,

and still has two more events to go in Omaha.

But all eyes were on Franklin, who touched in 1:56.18 to edge out Leah Smith by just under a half-second. Allison Schmitt, the defending gold medalist, settled for fourth, but that will at least be good enough to get another London star on the team as a relay swimmer.

Ledecky and Franklin embraced on deck after climbing out of the pool.

“She’s one tough cookie,” Ledecky said. “She got the job done tonight.”

Phelps did, too, holding off a stiff challenge

from Tom Shields to win the 200 fly – the first event Phelps ever swam at the Olympics, 16 years ago in Sydney.

One day before his 31st birthday, Phelps came full circle in the race he’s always considered his baby.

He also joined a pretty exclusive group with Dara Torres, who made five Olympics on the female side.

“I just said, ‘Welcome to the club,’” the nowretired Torres said. “Just to see his emotions and how excited he was and relieved, it was really nice to see.”

Dixon duo joined by a dozen teammates

Auto racing 1 p.m.

• NASCAR Xfinity, Subway Firecracker 250, practice, at Daytona Beach, Fla., NBCSN 2 p.m.

• NASCAR Sprint Cup, Coke Zero 400, practice, at Daytona Beach, Fla., NBCSN 3 p.m.

• NASCAR Xfinity, Subway Firecracker 250, final practice, at Daytona Beach, Fla., NBCSN 4 p.m.

• NASCAR Sprint Cup, Coke Zero 400, final practice, at Daytona Beach, Fla., NBCSN

CFL 6 p.m.

• RedBlacks at Alouettes, ESPN2 9 p.m.

• Argos at Roughriders, ESPN2 Golf 3:30 a.m.

• European PGA, 100th Open de France, first round, at Paris, GOLF 8:30 a.m.

• European PGA, 100th Open de France, first round, at Paris, GOLF 12:30 p.m.

• PGA Tour-WGC, Bridgestone Invitational, first round, at Akron, Ohio, GOLF 5:30 p.m.

• PGA Tour, Barracuda Championship, first round, at Reno, Nev., GOLF 8 p.m.

• LPGA Tour, Cambia Portland Classic, first round, at Portland, Ore., GOLF MLB Noon

10 Division); and Bailey TITLES Tegeler (24th, Sub NovCONTINUED FROM B1 ice 9 Division). t Carlie Day also competRees’ favorite move ed at the national meet. is a back handspring.

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Novice 11 Division); Ali situation – that follows other sports,” Tourtillott Those placing in the Bellini (16th, Intermedi- them into the rest of their lives. That’s a big top nine at nationate 17 Division); Graci said. “It gives you more flexibility, and you’re just als included Gracie Junis (20th, Sub Novice part of their success.”

• Rangers at Yankees or Dodgers at Brewers, MLB 6 p.m.

• Cubs at Mets, CSN • Royals at Cardinals, FSM

Soccer 1:30 p.m.

• UEFA, European Championship, quarterfinal, Poland vs. Portugal, at Marseille, France, ESPN2

Swimming 5:30 p.m.

• U.S. Olympic Trials, qualifying heats: women’s 100-meter free, men’s 200-meter IM & 200 back, at Omaha, Neb., NBCSN 7 p.m.

• U.S. Olympic Trials, finals: men’s 100-meter free & 200-meter breast, women’s 200-meter fly, at Omaha, Neb., NBC

Tennis 6 a.m.

• Wimbledon Championships, early rounds, at London, ESPN

WNBA 2:30 p.m.

• Dream at Sparks, NBA

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WEDNESDAY’S SCOREBOARD MLB American League East Division

W L Pct GB Baltimore 47 30 .610 — Toronto 43 37 .538 5½ Boston 42 36 .538 5½ New York 38 39 .494 9 Tampa Bay 33 44 .429 14 Central Division

W L Pct GB Cleveland 47 30 .610 — Kansas City 40 36 .526 6½ Detroit 40 38 .513 7½ Chicago 39 39 .500 8½ Minnesota 25 52 .325 22 West Division

W L Pct GB Texas 51 28 .646 — Houston 42 37 .532 9 Seattle 39 38 .506 11 Oakland 34 43 .442 16 Los Angeles 32 47 .405 19 Wednesday’s results Tampa Bay 4, Boston 0 Detroit 10, Miami 3 Toronto 5, Colorado 3 Houston 10, L.A. Angels 4 Baltimore 12, San Diego 6 N.Y. Yankees 9, Texas 7 Cleveland 3, Atlanta 0 Chicago White Sox 9, Minnesota 6 Kansas City at St. Louis, late San Francisco at Oakland, late Pittsburgh at Seattle, late Today’s games Texas (Griffin 3-0) at N.Y. Yankees (Pineda 3-7), 12:05 p.m.

Minnesota (Milone 0-2) at Chicago White Sox (Rodon 2-6), 1:10 p.m.

Cleveland (Carrasco 3-2) at Toronto (Dickey 5-8), 6:07 p.m.

Detroit (Zimmermann 9-4) at Tampa Bay (Odorizzi 3-3), 6:10 p.m.

Kansas City (Young 2-7) at St. Louis (Leake 5-5), 6:15 p.m.

San Francisco (Bumgarner 8-4) at Oakland (Overton 1-0), 7:05 p.m.

Baltimore (Tillman 10-1) at Seattle (Walker 3-6), 7:10 p.m.

Friday’s games Cleveland at Toronto, 12:07 p.m.

Kansas City at Philadelphia, 6:05 p.m.

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

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

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

Texas at Minnesota, 7:10 p.m.

Pittsburgh at Oakland, 9:05 p.m.

Baltimore at Seattle, 9:10 p.m.

N.Y. Yankees at San Diego, 9:40 p.m.

Wednesday’s box score

WHITE SOX 9, TWINS 6 Minnesota Chicago

ab r h bi ab r h bi E.Nunez 3b 5 2 3 1 Ti.Andr ss 5 1 2 2 Grssman lf 5 1 2 1 Eaton rf 5 0 1 1 Mauer 1b 4 0 0 0 Abreu dh 4 0 1 0 Centeno ph 1 0 0 1 T.Frzer 1b 4 2 2 1 Dozier 2b 2 0 1 0 D.Nvrro c 4 1 2 0 Da.Sntn ph-2b 0 1 0 0 Lawrie 2b 4 1 1 1 Plouffe dh 3 0 1 1 Shuck cf 3 1 1 1 Kepler rf 5 0 1 2 Av.Grca lf 3 1 1 1 Edu.Esc ss 5 1 1 0 Sladino 3b 4 2 2 2 K.Szuki c 3 1 1 0 Buxton cf 4 0 1 0 Totals 37 6 11 6 Totals 36 9 13 9 Minnesota 100 000 005 — 6 Chicago 020 015 10x — 9 E–Lawrie (7), Grossman (3). DP–Chicago 1. LOB–Minnesota 10, Chicago 5. 2B–E. Nunez (11), Dozier (16), Kepler (10), Edu. Escobar (8), Buxton (9), Ti.Anderson (6), T.Frazier (6), D.Navarro (9). HR–E.Nunez (11), T.Frazier (22), Lawrie (11), Saladino (5).

SB–Shuck (1), Saladino (3). SF–Shuck (1).

IP H R ER BB SO Minnesota Nolasco L,3-6 5 2/3 9 7 7 1 5 Tonkin 1/3 2 1 1 0 1 Jepsen 1 2 1 1 0 1 Boshers 1 0 0 0 0 1 Chicago Shields W,1-2 6 2/3 8 1 1 1 5 Albers 1/3 0 0 0 0 0 Ynoa 1 0 0 0 1 2 Purke 0 1 2 1 1 0 Jennings 2/3 2 3 0 1 1 Jones S,2-5 1/3 0 0 0 0 0 Purke pitched to 2 batters in the 9th HBP–by Ynoa (Plouffe), by Jennings (Santana).

T–3:03. A–18,571 (40,615).

National League East Division

W L Pct GB Washington 47 32 .595 — Miami 41 37 .526 5½ New York 40 37 .519 6 Philadelphia 35 45 .438 12½ Atlanta 26 52 .333 20½ Central Division

W L Pct GB Chicago 51 26 .662 — St. Louis 40 36 .526 10½ Pittsburgh 37 41 .474 14½ Milwaukee 35 42 .455 16 Cincinnati 29 50 .367 23 West Division

W L Pct GB San Francisco 49 30 .620 — Los Angeles 43 37 .538 6½ Colorado 37 41 .474 11½ Arizona 36 45 .444 14 San Diego 33 46 .418 16 Wednesday’s results Chicago Cubs 9, Cincinnati 2 Detroit 10, Miami 3 Toronto 5, Colorado 3 Philadelphia 9, Arizona 8, 10 innings Baltimore 12, San Diego 6 Washington 4, N.Y. Mets 2 Cleveland 3, Atlanta 0 Milwaukee 7, L.A. Dodgers 0 Kansas City at St. Louis, late San Francisco at Oakland, late Pittsburgh at Seattle, late Today’s games L.A. Dodgers (Maeda 6-5) at Milwaukee (Davies 5-3), 1:10 p.m.

Cincinnati (Finnegan 3-6) at Washington (Gonzalez 3-7), 6:05 p.m.

Chicago Cubs (Lackey 7-4) at N.Y. Mets (Matz 7-3), 6:10 p.m.

Miami (Chen 4-2) at Atlanta (Teheran 3-7), 6:10 p.m.

Kansas City (Young 2-7) at St. Louis (Leake 5-5), 6:15 p.m.

San Francisco (Bumgarner 8-4) at Oakland (Overton 1-0), 9:05 p.m.

Friday’s games Cincinnati at Washington, 5:05 p.m.

Kansas City at Philadelphia, 6:05 p.m.

Chicago Cubs at N.Y. Mets, 6:10 p.m.

Miami at Atlanta, 6:35 p.m.

Milwaukee at St. Louis, 7:15 p.m.

San Francisco at Arizona, 8:40 p.m.

Pittsburgh at Oakland, 9:05 p.m.

Colorado at L.A. Dodgers, 9:10 p.m.

N.Y. Yankees at San Diego, 9:40 p.m.

Wednesday’s box scores

CUBS 9, REDS 2 Chicago Cincinnati

ab r h bi ab r h bi Zobrist rf 4 2 2 0 Hmilton cf 0 0 0 0 Bryant 3b 4 1 2 0 T.Holt cf 5 0 0 0 Rizzo 1b 5 1 1 3 Votto 1b 2 0 1 0 Cntrras c 5 1 1 1 Phllips 2b 4 0 1 0 J.Baez 2b 5 1 3 1 Bruce rf 4 0 2 0 Szczur lf 4 1 1 1 Duvall lf 3 1 2 1 Russell ss 3 1 1 1 E.Sarez 3b 4 1 1 0 Hndrcks p 3 0 0 1 Peraza ss 3 0 1 0 Grimm p 0 0 0 0 J.Diaz p 0 0 0 0 Edwards p 1 0 0 0 R.Cbrra ph 1 0 0 0 Almora cf 3 1 1 1 Ohlndrf p 0 0 0 0 Brnhart c 3 0 1 0 C.Reed p 1 0 0 0 Cozart ph 1 0 0 1 K.Smpsn p 0 0 0 0 D Jesus ss 2 0 0 0 Totals 37 9 12 9 Totals 33 2 9 2 Chicago 302 200 200 — 9 Cincinnati 000 200 000 — 2 DP–Chicago 1, Cincinnati 1. LOB–Chicago 8, Cincinnati 9. 2B–Contreras (2), J.Baez (10), Bruce (18), Barnhart (12). HR–Rizzo (19), Russell (8), Almora (1), Duvall (22). SB–J. Baez (5). CS–Duvall (4). S–Hendricks (4).

IP H R ER BB SO Chicago Hendricks W,6-6 6 2/3 8 2 2 2 5 Grimm 1/3 1 0 0 2 0 Edwards 2 0 0 0 1 2 Cincinnati Reed L,0-2 4 9 7 7 0 5 Sampson 2 2/3 3 2 1 4 3 Diaz 1 1/3 0 0 0 0 1 Ohlendorf 1 0 0 0 1 2 Grimm pitched to 2 batters in the 8th HBP–by Diaz (Bryant). WP–Ohlendorf.

PB–Barnhart.

College baseball College World Series At TD Ameritrade Park Omaha Omaha, Neb. Double Elimination (x-if necessary) Saturday, June 18 Oklahoma State 1, UC Santa Barbara 0 Arizona 5, Miami 1 Sunday, June 19 TCU 5, Texas Tech 3 Coastal Carolina 2, Florida 1 Monday, June 20 UC Santa Barbara 5, Miami 3, Miami eliminated Oklahoma State 1, Arizona 0 Tuesday, June 21 Texas Tech 3, Florida 2, Florida eliminated TCU 6, Coastal Carolina 1 Wednesday, June 22 Arizona 3, UC Santa Barbara 0, UC Santa Barbara eliminated Thursday, June 23 Coastal Carolina 7, Texas Tech 5, Texas Tech eliminated Friday, June 24 Arizona 9, Oklahoma State 3 Coastal Carolina 4, TCU 1 Saturday, June 25 Arizona 5, Oklahoma State 1, Oklahoma State eliminated Coastal Carolina 7, TCU 5, TCU eliminated Championship Series (Best-of-3) Monday’s result Arizona 3, Coastal Carolina 1 Tuesday’s result Coastal Carolina 5, Arizona 4 Today’s game Arizona (49-23) vs. Coastal Carolina (5418), 12:08 p.m.

Tennis Wimbledon Results Wednesday At The All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club London Purse: $38.4 million (Grand Slam) Surface: Grass-Outdoor Singles MEN First Round • Tomas Berdych (10), Czech Republic, def. Ivan Dodig, Croatia, 7-6 (5), 5-7, 6-1, 7-6 (2).

• Bernard Tomic (19), Australia, def. Fernando Verdasco, Spain, 4-6, 6-3, 6-3, 3-6, 6-4.

• Jiri Vesely, Czech Republic, def. Igor Sijsling, Netherlands, 6-2, 6-4, 7-6 (7).

• Alexander Zverev (24), Germany, def.

Paul-Henri Mathieu, France, 6-3, 6-4, 6-2.

• Radu Albot, Moldova, def. Gastao Elias, Portugal, 3-6, 6-2, 7-5, 6-4.

• Dominic Thiem (8), Austria, def. Florian Mayer, Germany, 7-5, 6-4, 6-4.

• Mikhail Youzhny, Russia, leads Horacio Zeballos, Argentina, 6-4, 5-4, susp., rain.

• Donald Young, United States, leads Leonardo Mayer, Argentina, 6-4, 7-5, 3-6, 2-1, susp., rain.

• John Isner (18), United States, leads Marcos Baghdatis, Cyprus, 7-6 (2), 1-3, susp., rain.

• Albano Olivetti, France, vs. Matthew Barton, Australia, 7-6 (7), 6-7 (5), 3-6, 7-6 (5), 3-3, susp., rain.

• Fabio Fognini, Italy, leads Federico Delbonis, Argentina, 6-4, 1-6, 4-1, susp., rain.

• Lucas Pouille (32), France, leads Marius Copil, Romania, 6-4, 4-6, 1-0, susp., rain.

Second Round • Novak Djokovic (1), Serbia, def. Adrian Mannarino, France, 6-4, 6-3, 7-6 (5).

• Roger Federer (3), Switzerland, def. Marcus Willis, Britain, 6-0, 6-3, 6-4.

• Daniel Evans, Britain, vs. Alexandr Dolgopolov (30), Ukraine, 6-6, susp., rain.

• Sam Querrey (28), United States, leads Thomaz Bellucci, Brazil, 6-4, 5-2, susp., rain.

• Nicolas Mahut, France, leads David Ferrer (13), Spain, 3-1, susp., rain.

• Grigor Dimitrov, Bulgaria, leads Gilles Simon (16), France, 1-0 (15-30), susp., rain.

• Steve Johnson, United States, leads Jeremy Chardy, France, 1-0, susp., rain.

WOMEN First Round • Evgeniya Rodina, Russia, def. Lesia Tsurenko, Ukraine, 6-3, 7-5.

• Andrea Petkovic (32), Germany, def. Nao Hibino, Japan, 3-6, 7-5, 6-2.

• Agnieszka Radwanska (3), Poland, def.

Kateryna Kozlova, Ukraine, 6-2, 6-1.

• Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova (21), Russia, def. Hsieh Su-wei, Taiwan, 7-5, 1-6, 6-1.

• Julia Boserup, United States, def. Tatjana Maria, Germany, 6-4, 0-6, 6-2.

• Johanna Konta (16), Britain, def. Monica Puig, Puerto Rico, 6-1, 7-5.

• Ana Konjuh, Croatia, def. Karin Knapp, Italy, 6-3, 6-3.

• Petra Kvitova (10), Czech Republic, def.

Sorana Cirstea, Romania, 6-0, 6-4.

• Belinda Bencic (7), Switzerland, def.

Tsvetana Pironkova, Bulgaria, 6-2, 6-3.

• Eugenie Bouchard, Canada, def. Magdalena Rybarikova, Slovakia, 6-3, 6-4.

• Annika Beck, Germany, leads Heather Watson, Britain, 3-6, 6-0, 1-0 (30-15), susp., rain.

• Sloane Stephens (18), United States, vs.

Peng Shuai, China, 6-6, susp., rain.

• Mandy Minella, Luxembourg, leads Anna Tatishvili, United States, 3-1 (15-15), susp., rain.

• Anett Kontaveit, Estonia, leads Barbora Strycova (24), Czech Republic, 3-2 (15-40), susp., rain.

Soccer UEFA European Championship QUARTERFINALS Today’s match At Marseille, France Poland vs. Portugal, 2 p.m.

Friday’s match At Lille, France Wales vs. Belgium, 2 p.m.

Saturday’s match At Bordeaux, France Germany vs. Italy, 2 p.m.

Sunday’s match At Saint-Denis, France France vs. Iceland, 2 p.m.

SEMIFINALS Wednesday, July 6 At Lyon, France Poland or Portugal vs. Wales or Belgium, 2 p.m.

Thursday, July 7 At Marseille, France Germany or Italy vs. France or Iceland, 2 p.m.

FINAL Sunday, July 10 At Saint-Denis, France Semifinal winners, 2 p.m.

Transactions BASEBALL American League KANSAS CITY ROYALS — Placed OF Lorenzo Cain on the 15-day DL. Recalled OF Brett Eibner from Omaha (PCL).

OAKLAND ATHLETICS — Reinstated LHP Sean Manaea from the 15-day DL. Optioned INF-OF Arismendy Alcantara to Nashville (PCL).

SEATTLE MARINERS — Activated LHP Wade Miley from the 15-day DL. Placed RHP Nick Vincent on the 15-day DL, retroactive to June 27.

National League SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS — Placed 2B Joe Panik on 7-day concussion DL. Purchased the contract of INF Ruben Tejada from Sacramento (PCL). Recalled RHP Chris Heston from Sacramento and placed him on the 60-day DL. BASKETBALL National Basketball Association ATLANTA HAWKS — Exercised their 201617 contract option on F-C Mike Muscala.

FOOTBALL National Football League CLEVELAND BROWNS — Signed DL Carl Nassib.

INDIANAPOLIS COLTS — Signed QB Andrew Luck to a contract through the 2021 season.

SEATTLE SEAHAWKS — Signed WR Doug Baldwin to a contract extension through the 2020 season.

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MLB ROUNDUP

Cubs finish off sweep Shields sharp as White Sox defeat Twins By the Associated Press

Anthony Rizzo legged out his first inside-thepark homer on Wednesday – a fitting final touch to a series full of unusual moments – and the Cubs beat the Reds 9-2 in Cincinnati for a three-game sweep that put them back on solid footing after a rough stretch.

The Cubs went 1-6 last week, hurt by an injurydepleted lineup and a balky bullpen. With thousands of Cubs fans in the stands at Great American Ball Park for each game, they pulled off an invigorating sweep.

The NL Central leaders won the opener 11-8 as Kris Bryant became the first major leaguer with three homers and two doubles in a game. They won 7-2 in 15 innings Tuesday night in a game that featured Javier Baez’s grand slam and three relievers playing left field alternately.

Manager Joe Maddon went with a lot of his young backups after the long night. They piled up a dozen hits and made impressive plays all over the field.

There was more wackiness, too. Rizzo drove in three runs in the first inning off left-hander Cody Reed (0-2) with the Cubs’ first inside-the-park homer since 2011, when Tony Campana circled the bases against Cincinnati.

AP

Cubs left fielder Albert Almora Jr. makes a diving catch Wednesday on a line drive from the Reds’ Brandon Phillips in the seventh inning in Cincinnati.

White Sox 9, Twins 6: with a 15.80 ERA in his with runners on second

James Shields broke out of a slump with 6 2/3 innings against one of baseball’s worst lineups, helping the White Sox beat the Twins in Chicago.

Shields (3-9) allowed one run and eight hits in his first win since he tossed seven scoreless innings for San Diego at Milwaukee on May 12. The right-hander got hit hard after he was acquired by Chicago in a trade June 4, going 0-2

first four starts.

Todd Frazier, Brett Lawrie and Tyler Saladino homered for the White Sox, who improved to 7-1 against the Twins after losing 4-0 in the series opener on Tuesday. Saladino and Tim Anderson each had two hits and two RBIs. Chicago carried a 9-1 lead into the ninth, but Max Kepler’s two-run double got Minnesota within three with two out.

Nate Jones then came in

and third and retired Eduardo Escobar on a fly ball to left for his second save.

Eduardo Nunez homered on Shields’ second pitch of the game, but it was a mostly frustrating night for Minnesota at the plate. The Twins, who rank near the bottom of the majors in several offensive categories, went 2-for-14 with runners in scoring position and left 10 men on base.

Ryan enigmatic, but players devoted to him ARKUSH

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t Imagine the courage and devotion it took for those 20-somethings to go to the founder of the National Football League and the man who signed their paychecks – grudgingly, by most accounts – and tell them who to hire as their coach.

I have grown close with many of them over the years, and I can tell you they did it because they knew they could trust Ryan unconditionally, they believed what he was doing on the field was brilliant and innovative in its simplicity and brutality and they felt it would make them great, and they all wanted exactly what Buddy wanted: to be the toughest guys on the block.

Could Ryan have forged a better relationship with Ditka? Sure. Would it have been better for the Bears? I don’t see how.

While history will argue that group’s failure to win more than one Super Bowl was a galactic disappointment – and really, who can disagree – I will argue that the 1985 Chicago Bears were the greatest team of the NFL’s modern era over a single season.

To belittle Ditka’s impact is truly a fool’s errand, but even Mike will now tell you he couldn’t have done it without Buddy.

Ryan did everything right as a Bear, and it got him a great head coaching job. How would a different relationship with Ditka have helped?

It was once he left that his faults began to block his path.

Steve McMichael will tell you it was Ryan’s departure that kept the Bears from multiple rings, but I will strongly beg to differ.

It was a gaggle of quarterbacks and some of the exact same faults Ryan and Ditka shared that kept the Bears from winning again.

AP

Bears players carry defensive coordinator Buddy Ryan on their shoulders after winning Super Bowl XX on January 26, 1986. Ryan was brash and arrogant, but also a brilliant, innovative coach who had the total devotion of his players.

It is interesting to me that so many Bears fans are unaware Ryan was almost as beloved in Philadelphia as he was in Chicago, and the defense he put together there with Reggie White, Jerome Brown, Clyde Simmons, Seth Joyner and Eric Allen was almost in the Bears’ league.

But without Ditka to play the Ying to Ryan’s Yang and deflect the bulk of the spotlight, Ryan’s brashness – and yes, his arrogance – was a principal component in the roadblocks to the top he was unable to get by.

Moments like the “Body Bag” game against Washington, and allegations from Cowboys’ placekicker Luis Zendejas of a Ryan-sponsored bounty on his head decades before “Bountygate” emerged, derailed him.

As a Bears assistant, Ryan was perceived as a fun-loving silent assassin, for the most part behind the scenes.

With the Eagles, he was the voice of arrogance painting bull’s-eyes on his players’ backs wherever they went.

Ryan’s race to the locker room without shaking Ditka’s hand after the Bears’ 20-12 playoff victory in the “Fog Bowl” on New Year’s Eve of 1988 was easy to understand and accept by his former Bears players, and I’ll bet even Ditka himself.

But it was – and is to this day – very un-head coach-like for the National Football League, and exposed a flaw that would mark him forever as one of the great coordinators of all-time, but something less than head-coaching material.

It had to grate terribly on Ryan being fired in Philadelphia after a 10-6 record with the No. 1-ranked defense in the league.

So much so that when he arrived in Houston in 1993 for his one season there as the defensive coordinator, ironically under head coach Jack Pardee – whose departure from the Bears in ’77 opened the doors for the entire Buddy Ryan saga – he still believed he had all the answers.

And after a season-long squabble with offensive

coordinator Kevin Gilbride over his run-andshoot offense – which Ryan publicly labeled the “Chuck and Duck” – Buddy threw the punch seen around the NFL in the final regular-season game of the year, and his self-destruction was complete.

Yes, he parlayed that moment into 2 years as the Cardinals’ head coach in 1994-95, but his 12-20 record signaled the end of his coaching career.

In almost 40 years around the league, Buddy Ryan was one of the most complicated guys I ever worked with.

He was a truly good guy, maybe even a great one whose legacy will be one most of us would kill for: the love and total devotion of most of the guys who ever worked for him.

I think he’d like this, too.

Buddy Ryan was a guy who always believed it was more important to do it his way than the “right” way. He always did, and it made him one of the great defensive coaches in the history of the NFL.

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This week’s tournaments

This week’s leaders

PGA TOUR

PGA TOUR

WGC - BRIDGESTONE INVITATIONAL Site: Akron Ohio.

Course: Firestone Country Club (South Course).

Yards: 7,360. Par: 70.

Purse: $9.5 million (First prize: $1,620,000).

Television: CBS Sports (Saturday-Sunday, 1-5 p.m.); Golf Channel (Thursday-Friday, 12:30-5:30 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.).

Defending champion: Shane Lowry.

Last week: Billy Hurley III won the Quicken Loans National for his first PGA Tour victory.

Notes: The European Tour is not sanctioning the WGC this year because of a schedule conflict with the French Open, meaning the 61-man field will be the smallest field for the Bridgestone Invitational since 2001, when it previously was only for Ryder Cup and Presidents Cup players. ... Among the European Tour members skipping the WGC for the French Open are Rory McIlroy, Masters champion Danny Willett, Martin Kaymer and Lee Westwood. ... Dustin Johnson makes his first start since winning the U.S. Open at Oakmont. The Bridgestone Invitational is the only stroke-play WGC he has not won. ... Tiger Woods’ last victory was at Firestone three years ago when he won the Bridgestone Invitational for the eighth time. ... Quicken Loans National winner Billy Hurley makes his WGC debut. Hurley was No. 607 in the world when he won at Congressional.

LPGA TOUR CAMBIA PORTLAND CLASSIC Site: Portland, Ore. Course: Columbia Edgewater CC. Yardage: 6,476.

Par: 72.

Purse: $1.3 million (First prize: $195,000) Television: Golf Channel (Thursday-Friday, 8-10 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday, 3-6 p.m.)

Defending champion: Brooke Henderson.

Last week: Lydia Ko won the Walmart Northwest Arkansas Championship for her third victory this year.

Notes: Lydia Ko now has 13 career victories at age 19. She joins Ariya Jutanugarn as three-time winners on the LPGA Tour this year. ... Brooke Henderson last year became the first player since 2000 to get into an LPGA event through Monday qualifying and then win. She set a tournament scoring record at 21-under par. ...

Austin Ernst is the only American winner over the last seven years at the Portland Classic. ...

Stanford graduate Mariah Stackhouse makes her pro debut this week. ...

Ko is taking the week off.

She leads the money list with $1,816,738, which amounts to $139,749 per tournament. ... Karrie Webb is in the field and is in dire need of a strong performance to grab an Olympic spot for Australia. ... Morgan Pressel’s runner-up finish in Arkansas was her highest finish of the year.

CHAMPIONS TOUR Last week: Kirk Triplett won the American Family Insurance Championship.

Next week: Dick’s Sporting Goods Open in Endicott, N.Y.

Scoring Average

1. Dustin Johnson 2. Phil Mickelson 3. Jason Day 4. Jordan Spieth 5. Adam Scott

69.31 69.58 69.64 69.65 69.65

Driving distance

1. Tony Finau 2. Dustin Johnson 3. J.B. Holmes 4. Gary Woodland 5. Andrew Loupe

311.2 310.1 309.9 308.2 307.2

Driving Accuracy %

1. Colt Knost 2. Thomas Aiken 3. Jerry Kelly 4. Darron Stiles 5. Justin Hicks

73.93 73.38 71.64 71.59 70.83

Greens in regulation %

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Mitchell Homb tees off on the first hole at Timber Creek Golf Course in Dixon last week. Homb is a 4-tme Lincoln Highway Tournament champion.

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his time around, the whooping I received from Mitchell Homb was far less painful.

Let’s go back to the 2013 Lincoln Highway tournament on my home track, Sunset Golf Course in Mount Morris. I played about as good as I can play, 4-under-par for 54 holes, and +27 in the best against bogey tournament.

It was only good enough for a runner-up finish, and about a million miles away from Homb. He finished 15-under-par and was +33, leading Timber Creek to a comeback team win. It is immortalized just outside the Timber Creek pro shop, with a team photo of Homb, Ryan Harrison, Joel Kipping, Luke Hoffman, Bruce Bicker and Ryan Dixon; the scoresheet from the event; and a summary about the “Miracle at Sunset.”

Those six players combined for a scratch score of 14-under-par the final nine holes, and were +33 best against bogey to bring their total to +86 – six more

host the Lincoln Highway in a few weeks, and was Mitchell’s home Sports course back in his high reporter. school days.

Reach him at bweidman@ Grind-it-out golf took saukvalley. a backseat to good concom or 815versation during our 625-3600, round. We talked plenty ext. 5551. about sports, especially basketball; what each other had been up to lately; and other offthan my home course. the-beaten-path topics.

“I don’t know if you We didn’t write down a want to look at this single score, but a good stuff,” Homb said with a guess was Mitchell was smile as we passed it in around 71 and I was the hallway last week. around 75.

Homb, who now It’s no surprise Homb resides in O’Fallon, near came out on top, St. Louis, is spending a given his exquisite golf few weeks back in this résumé. He was a threearea for some family time state qualifier as a time. His sister, Alexa, Dixon Duke, highlightgot married on June 18 ed by a Class 2A state in Sycamore, and is now championship in 2010, Mrs. Cole Reeder. and owns the school Mitchell’s older broth- single-season scoring er, Lee, and his wife, average at 36.5 strokes Ceara, had their first per round as a senior. child, a girl named Isla, At Southern Illinoison June 14. Mitchell Edwardsville, he played made the trek into Chi- 4 years and is the allcago on June 21 to see time leader in rounds the new addition to the played with 117. He family. didn’t miss a tournaHomb also had a ment, and won his own chance to squeeze in school’s Derek Dolenc some golf, including a Invitational in 2013. quick 18 with me. We Locally, he won four whacked it around Tim- Lincoln Highways – ber Creek, which will 2009 at Rock River; 2011

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at Emerald Hill; 2012 at PrairieView; and 2013 at Sunset.

This past spring, Homb was an assistant coach for the men’s and women’s golf teams at his alma mater, but playing the sport is still his passion – and he hopes to do it at the highest level.

In the time between visiting his siblings and hanging out with friends at the Petunia Festival, Homb ventured to The Bluffs Golf Course in Vermillion, South Dakota, to compete in the South Dakota Open, part of the 2016 Dakotas Tour slate of tournaments.

There was a 60-player field, and Homb did not make the cut after shooting a two-round total of 9-over-par 153.

Playing small events like this one is a proving ground of sorts, to see if he has the game to compete at this level.

Homb, 23, hopes to play in some more later in the summer, and possibly move to Florida or Arizona when the weather turns bad in these parts to give playing golf full-time more of a shot.

BRIDGESTONE INVITATIONAL

DJ finds confidence with major win Johnson back with peers for first time since U.S. Open victory

BY DOUG FERGUSON AP Golf Writer

AKRON, Ohio – The U.S. Open trophy was on the kitchen table in Dustin Johnson’s home in South Florida. That was by design.

“So when I came down the next morning, it was sitting right there,” Johnson said Wednesday. “Gave me a smile a little bit.”

For all his power, there is a subtle side to Johnson. He never got too down on himself when he was shooting 82 at Pebble Beach, or grounding his club in sand without realizing it was a bunker at Whistling Straits. He played golf with friends the day after a three-putt cost him a shot at Chambers Bay. He sure didn’t go over the top when he captured his first major at Oakmont.

How to celebrate? Johnson skipped all the talk

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Dustin Johnson hits from the range during a practice round for the Bridgestone Invitational on Wednesday at Firestone Country Club in Akron, Ohio. shows in New York. He waited until last Wednesday, his 32nd birthday, to head for some solitude in the Bahamas with family and friends, spending time on his boat, in the water, and playing a little golf (“a couple holes here and there”) at Baker’s Bay.

He wasn’t seen in public until he showed up on the range Wednesday at Firestone for the Bridgestone Invitational, and even then, he didn’t get a lot of work in. Cleveland Cavaliers guard J.R. Smith stopped by for more than an hour,

chatting with Johnson and former U.S. Open champion Justin Rose and taking a few swings with the driver.

If his life has changed, it’s mainly finding time to respond to more text messages than he can count. Johnson figures he still has more than 100 messages on his phone, and he intends to respond to all of them.

But first, he has more golf to play.

The Bridgestone Invitational is in a different spot on the calendar because of the Olympics, squeezed in between a pair of majors. It also is opposite the French Open, which angered the European Tour so much that it is not sanctioning this World Golf Championship for the first time, and has offered big incentive for players who have skipped Firestone for the French Open.

1. Lucas Glover 2. Sergio Garcia 3. Henrik Stenson 4. Rickie Fowler T-5. Justin Rose T-5. Russell Knox

71.72 71.32 70.88 70.75 70.47 70.47

Birdie average

1. Jordan Spieth 2. Dustin Johnson 3. Rory McIlroy 4. Hideki Matsuyama 5. Jason Day

4.63 4.58 4.55 4.53 4.41

Sand save %

1. Sean O’Hair 2. K.J. Choi 3. Jason Day 4. Jonas Blixt 5. Bryce Molder

63.72 63.55 63.01 62.90 61.47

Champions Tour Scoring average

1. Bernhard Langer 2. Jeff Maggert 3. Scott McCarron 4. Billy Andrade 5. Tom Lehman

68.58 69.94 70.06 70.10 70.11

Driving distance

1. Doug Garwood 2. John Huston 3. Brandt Jobe 4. Kenny Perry 5. Wes Short Jr.

295.7 295.3 293.2 291.1 290.0

Greens in regulation %

1. Bernhard Langer 2. Kenny Perry 3. Joe Durant 4. Tom Lehman 5. Scott Dunlap

78.93 76.19 76.16 74.65 74.29

Birdie average

1. Bernhard Langer 2. Jeff Sluman 3. Kenny Perry 4. Jeff Maggert 5. Stephen Ames

4.55 4.44 4.36 4.33 4.27

Sand save %

1. Scott Verplank 2. Jesper Parnevik 3. Scott Simpson 4. Glen Day 5. Esteban Toledo

75.68 63.16 60.98 57.89 57.81

LPGA Scoring average

1. Lydia Ko 2. Ha Na Jang 3. In Gee Chun 4. Sie Young Kim 5. B.Henderson

69.08 69.78 69.84 69.94 69.95

Driving distance

1. Lexi Thompson 2. Joanna Klatten 3. M.A. LeBlanc 4. Sadena Parks 5. Sei Young Kim

284.2 280.0 275.4 275.3 273.6

Greens in regulation %

1. Ha Na Jang 2. Lexi Thompson 3. Anna Nordqvist 4. So Yeon Ryu 5. Stacy Lewis

80.1 78.7 78.1 75.4 74.7

Birdie average

1. Sei Young Kim 2. Haru Nomura 3. Lydia Ko 4. Gerina Piller 5. In Gee Chun

4.38 4.08 4.06 4.05 3.93

Sand save %

1. Jenny Shin 2. Karrie Webb 3. Sandra Gal 4. In-Kyung Kim 5. Laetitia Beck

72.58 64.87 61.11 60.87 60.71

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Bennett Cerf, one of the founders of Random House, said, “Middle age is when your old classmates are so gray and wrinkled and bald that they don’t recognize you.”

One reason bridge experts make fewer mistakes than other players is recognition.

They recognize situations and know the right bid or play to make almost subconsciously.

Both South and East can make expert plays in this deal. South reaches four hearts, and West leads the club king to declarer’s ace.

What might happen after that?

Three diamonds was a help-suit game-try, which North accepted with all of his points in the red suits.

Declarer, at trick two, ran the heart 10. East realized that there was scant chance to defeat the contract, given that he had the diamond king presumably sitting under South’s ace. So, East tried a

ruse. He won with his heart ace and shifted to the diamond three.

Now move into declarer’s seat. What if this shift was a singleton? Then, to take a losing finesse would cost the contract because the defenders would take the heart ace, the diamond king, a diamond ruff and the club queen. But with West “clearly” having the heart queen, it was “safe” to win with the diamond ace and repeat the heart finesse.

Imagine South’s shock when East produced the heart queen, cashed the diamond king, and led a club to West’s queen for down one.

A more skillful South would have led a low heart to dummy’s jack, not run the 10. Then East could not have afforded to win with the ace for fear that West had started with 10-doubleton. © 2016 UFS

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• we reach over 48,000 readers every day • IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WHITESIDE, STATE OF ILLINOIS FIFTH THIRD MORTGAGE COMPANY, Plaintiff(s), vs FELICIA F. IBARRA A/K/A FELICA RAMIREZ, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, Defendant(s).

Case No. 15 CH 146 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment heretofore entered by the said Court in the above entitled cause, the Sheriff of Whiteside County, Illinois, will on August 4, 2016, at the hour of 10:00 AM, at the WHITESIDE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 200 E. KNOX STREET, 3RD FLOOR LOBBY, MORRISON, IL 61270, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described premises and 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 said Judgment, to wit: Common Address: 4508 HILLCREST LANE, STERLING, IL 61081 P.I.N. 11-05-351-011 Contact the Law Office of IRA T. NEVEL, LLC, 175 North Franklin, Suite 201, Chicago, Illinois 60606, (312) 357-1125, for further information. The terms of the sale are: Ten percent (10%) due by cash or certified funds at the time of the sale and balance is due within 24 hours of the sale. 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.

The property is improved by a Single family residence, together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and the tenements, hereditaments and appurtenants thereunto belonging and will not be available for inspection prior to sale. 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 this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

LAW OFFICES OF IRA T. NEVEL, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff Ira T. Nevel - ARDC #06185808 Timothy R. Yueill - ARDC #6192172 Greg Elsnic - ARDC #6242847 Richard Drezek - ARDC #6301323 Nathan J. Buikema - ARDC #6302969 Brian D. Nevel ARDC #6309777 175 North Franklin St. Suite 201 Chicago, Illinois 60606 (312)357-1125 Pleadings@nevellaw.com SL # 15-02841 June 30, July 7, 14, 2016 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF LEE-DIXON, LEE COUNTY, ILLINOIS JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, vs.

ROGER E. SUTTON, JR., Defendant.

12 CH 133 PROPERTY ADDRESS: 616 LOGAN AVE. DIXON, IL 61021 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of the above Court entered in the above entitled cause on July 7, 2014, the following described real estate, towit: Permanent Index Number: 07-08-06-476005 Commonly known as: 616 Logan Ave., Dixon, IL 61021 will be offered for sale and sold at public vendue on July 14, 2016 at 10:00 AM, at the Old Lee County Courthouse, 112 E. 2nd Street, Dixon, IL 61021.

The Judgment amount is $51,806.05.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

Sale terms: The bid amount, 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, shall be paid in certified funds immediately by the highest and best bidder at the conclusion of the sale.

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 the Plaintiff. 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. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

For information, contact the Plaintiff's Attorney: Heavner, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, 111 East Main Street, Decatur, IL 62523, (217) 4221719.

The purchaser of a condominium unit at a judicial foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, who takes possession of a condominium unit pursuant to a court order or a purchaser who acquires title from a mortgagee shall have the duty to pay the proportionate share, if any, of the common expenses for the unit which would have become due in the absence of any assessment acceleration during the 6 months immediately preceding institution of an action to enforce the collection of assessments, and which remain unpaid by the owner during whose possession the assessments accrued. If the outstanding assessments are paid at any time during any action to enforce the collection of assessments, the purchaser shall have no obligation to pay any assessments which accrued before he or she acquired title. If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5 (g-1).

If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid.

The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

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. Note: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act you are advised that the Law Firm of Heavner, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY-MORRISON, ILLINOIS FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION ("FANNIE MAE"), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, PLAINTIFF vs.

TROY E. POWELL; DEFENDANT 15 CH 70 Address: 304 Galt Rd. Galt, IL 61037 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 April 6, 2016, I, Sheriff of Whiteside County, Illinois, will on August 4, 2016 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: 304 Galt Rd., Galt, IL 61037 P.I.N.: 10-24-378-005 The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

THE JUDGMENT AMOUNT WAS: $42,013.87 Sale terms: 25% 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 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: Johnson, Blumberg & Associates, LLC, 230 W. Monroe, Suite 1125, Chicago, IL 60606, telephone 312-541-9710. Please refer to file number IL 15 2093.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WHITESIDE, STATE OF ILLINOIS FIFTH THIRD MORTGAGE COMPANY, Plaintiff(s), vs

FELICIA F. IBARRA A/K/A FELICA RAMIREZ, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, Defendant(s).

Case No. 15 CH 146 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment heretofore entered by the said Court in the above entitled cause, the Sheriff of Whiteside County, Illinois, will on August 4, 2016, at the hour of 10:00 AM, at the WHITESIDE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 200 E. KNOX STREET, 3RD FLOOR LOBBY, MORRISON, IL 61270, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described premises and 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 said Judgment, to wit: LOT 7 IN HILLCREST ESTATES UNIT NO. 2 LOCATED IN THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 8 AND THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 5, TOWNSHIP 21 NORTH, RANGE 7, EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED JULY 24, 1986 AS DOCUMENT NO. 4510-86, WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Common Address: 4508 HILLCREST LANE, STERLING, IL 61081 P.I.N. 11-05-351-011 Contact the Law Office of IRA T. NEVEL, LLC, 175 North Franklin, Suite 201, Chicago, Illinois 60606, (312) 357-1125, for further information.

The terms of the sale are: Ten percent (10%) due by cash or certified funds at the time of the sale and balance is due within 24 hours of the sale. 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.

The property is improved by a Single family residence, together with all buildings and improvements thereon, and the tenements, hereditaments and appurtenants thereunto belonging and will not be available for inspection prior to sale. 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 this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

LAW OFFICES OF IRA T. NEVEL, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff Ira T. Nevel - ARDC #06185808 Timothy R. Yueill - ARDC #6192172 Greg Elsnic - ARDC #6242847 Richard Drezek ARDC #6301323 Nathan J. Buikema - ARDC #6302969 Brian D. Nevel - ARDC #6309777 175 North Franklin St. Suite 201 Chicago, Illinois 60606 (312)357-1125 Pleadings@nevellaw.com SL # 15-02841 June 30, July 7, 14, 2016 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF LEE-DIXON, LEE COUNTY, ILLINOIS JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, vs.

ROGER E. SUTTON, JR., Defendant.

12 CH 133 PROPERTY ADDRESS: 616 LOGAN AVE. DIXON, IL 61021 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of the above Court entered in the above entitled cause on July 7, 2014, the following described real estate, to-wit: Lot 58, in Belleview Addition to the City of Dixon, Lee County, Illinois according to the Plat of said Addition recorded in the Recorder's Office of Lee County, Illinois, in Book A of Plats, Page 51, said premises being situated in Lee County, Illinois.

Permanent Index Number: 07-08-06-476-005 Commonly known as: 616 Logan Ave., Dixon, IL 61021 will be offered for sale and sold at public vendue on July 14, 2016 at 10:00 AM, at the Old Lee County Courthouse, 112 E. 2nd Street, Dixon, IL 61021.

The Judgment amount is $51,806.05.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

Sale terms: The bid amount, 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, shall be paid in certified funds immediately by the highest and best bidder at the conclusion of the sale. 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 the Plaintiff. 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.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the Court file to verify all information.

For information, contact the Plaintiff's Attorney: Heavner, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, 111 East Main Street, Decatur, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719.

The purchaser of a condominium unit at a judicial foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, who takes possession of a condominium unit pursuant to a court order or a purchaser who acquires title from a mortgagee shall have the duty to pay the proportionate share, if any, of the common expenses for the unit which would have become due in the absence of any assessment acceleration during the 6 months immediately preceding institution of an action to enforce the collection of assessments, and which remain unpaid by the owner during whose possession the assessments accrued. If the outstanding assessments are paid at any time during any action to enforce the collection of assessments, the purchaser shall have no obligation to pay any assessments which accrued before he or she acquired title. If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5 (g1).

If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

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. Note: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act you are advised that the Law Firm of Heavner, Beyers & Mihlar, LLC, is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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ORDINANCE NO. 2016 - 2268

WHEREAS, the State of Illinois has enacted “An Act regulating wages of laborers, mechanics and other workers employed in any public works by the State, County, City or any public body or any political subdivision or by anyone under contract for public works, “ approved June 26, 1941, codified as amended, 820 ILCS 130/1 et seq. (1993), formerly Ill. Rev. Stat., Ch. 48, par. 39s-1 et seq. And WHEREAS, the aforesaid Act requires that the City Council of the City of Rock Falls, Whiteside County, investigate and ascertain the prevailing rate of wages as defined in said Act for laborers, mechanics and other workers in the locality of said City of Rock Falls, Whiteside County, employed in performing construction of public works, for said City of Rock Falls.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and City Council of the City of Rock Falls: Section 1: To the extent and as required by “An Act regulating wages of laborers, mechanics and other workers employed in any public works by State, county, city or any public body or any political subdivision or by anyone under contract for public works, “approved June 26, 1941, as amended, the general prevailing rate of wages in this locality for laborers, mechanics and other workers engaged in construction of public works coming under the jurisdiction of the City of Rock Falls is hereby ascertained to be the same as the prevailing rate of wages for construction work in Whiteside County area as determined by the Department of Labor of the State of Illinois as of June 2015, a copy of that determination being attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. As required by said Act, any and all revisions of the prevailing rate of wages by the Department of Labor of the State of Illinois shall supersede the Department”s June determination and apply to any and all public works construction undertaken by the City of Rock Falls. The definition of any terms appearing in this ordinance which are also used in aforesaid Act shall be the same as in said Act. Section 2: Nothing herein contained shall be construed to apply said general prevailing rate of wages as herein ascertained to any work or employment except public works construction of the City of Rock Falls to the extent required by the aforesaid Act. Section 3: The City of Rock Falls shall publicly post or keep available for inspection by any interested party in the main office of the City of Rock Falls this determination or any revisions of such prevailing rate of wages. A copy of this determination or of the current revised determination of prevailing rate of wages then in effect shall be attached to all contract specifications.

Section 4: The City of Rock Falls shall mail a copy of this determination to any employer, and to any association of employers and to any person of association of employees who have filed their names and addresses, requesting copies of any determination stating the particular class of workers whose wages will be affected by such rates.

Section 5: The City of Rock Falls shall promptly file a certified copy of this Ordinance with both the Secretary of State Index Division and the Department of labor of the State of Illinois.

CIRCUIT COUTY OF THE FOURTEENTH JUDICIALCIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS ESTATE OF No. 16-P-72 Florence Waldbusser Deceased CLAIM NOTICE Notice is given of the death of Florence Waldbusser. Letters of office were issued on June 7, 2016, to Jana Oppendike, 6430 Doering Lane.

Prophetstown, Illinois, 61277, as Independent Executor whose attorney is Rod W. Copeland, 107 East Third Street, Prophetstown, Illinois 61277.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the clerk of court, Whiteside County Courthouse, Morrison, Illinois, 61270, or with the representative or both, on or before December 28, 2016, and any claim not filed within that period is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within 10 days after it had been filed.

Dated this 23rd day of June, 2016.

Name: Rod W. Copeland Attorney for: Independent Executor Address: 107 East Third Street City: Prophetstown IL, 61277 Phone: 815-537-2201 June 23, 30 & 7 2016 Notice to Contractors

Notice is hereby given that the Sterling Park District, 1913 3rd Avenue, Sterling, Illinois 61081 will receive bids at the office of the Director of Parks and Planning until 3:00pm, Wednesday, July 13, 2016 for the construction of site improvements at Westwood Fitness and Sports Center.

This project involves the evacuation and placement of aggregate base, P.C.C. sidewalk, water main and sanitary sewer.

All requirements and details are described and listed on the plans and in the project specification. All work is to be done in accordance with the specifications on file in the office of the Director of Parks and Planning, Sterling Park District, 1913 3rd Avenue, Sterling, Illinois 61081. Prospective bidders may obtain specifications and plans from the office of Wendler Engineering Services, INC., 698 Timber Creek Road, Dixon, Illinois 61021, phone 815-288-2261.

The Sterling Park District reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, to waive technicalities and to accept the proposal that the Sterling Park District Board of Commissioners believes to be in the best interest of the Sterling Park District.

Section 6: The City of Rock Falls shall cause to be published in a newspaper of general circulation within the area a copy of this Ordinance, and such publication shall constitute notice that the determination is effective and that this is the determination of this public body.

By Order of: Marvin Reyes, President Sterling Park District Board of Commissioners June 30 & July 1, 2016

Passed this 21st day of June, 2016.

William B. Wescott, Mayor ATTEST: Eric Arduini, City Clerk Rock Falls, Illinois

PROPOSED INSTALLATION OF RIPRAP ON LEFT DESCENDING BANK OF THE ROCK RIVER IN THE CITY OF DIXON, LEE COUNTY, ILLINOIS

June 30, 2016

Resolution 03-2016 Establishing Prevailing Wages WHEREAS, the Prevailing Wage Act (Section 130/1 et seq. of 820 Illinois Complied Statutes) provides, among other things, that any public body awarding any contract for public work shall annually ascertain the general prevailing rate of hourly wages in the locality in which the work is to be performed, for each draft or type of workman or mechanic needed to execute the contract; AND WHEREAS, the Act further provides that said rates of pay be publicly posted and/or kept available for inspection by any interested party and certified copy thereof promptly filed in the office of the Secretary of State; AND WHEREAS, the statute further provides procedure for the publication and notice of the determination, the hearing of objections to the determination and the making of the final determination, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Trustees of the LOST NATION / NEW LANDING RIVER CONSERVANCY DISTRICT OF ILLINOIS, Ogle County, Illinois, that the Board of Trustees shall during the month of June of each calendar year, investigate and ascertain the prevailing rate of wages as defined in the Act and publicly post to keep available for inspection by any interested party in the main office of such public body its determination of such prevailing rate of wage.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees hereby adopts the prevailing rate of wages as determined by the State of Illinois, Department of Labor, for the period of June 1, 2016, to May 31, 2017.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees is hereby authorized to file and shall file a certified copy of this Resolution with the State of Illinois, Secretary of State, Index Division, and the Department of Labor of the State of Illinois.

PUBLIC NOTICE

Notice is hereby given all interested parties that the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, Office of Water Resources (IDNR/OWR) has received an application for permit from the City of Dixon, 121 West 2nd Street, Dixon, Illinois to authorize the installation of riprap along 1,950 feet of the southern bank (left descending bank) of the Rock River. The proposed work is located in Section 32 and 33, Township 22 North, Range 9 East of the Fourth Principal Meridian in the City of Dixon, Lee County.

The plans show that clean riprap stone will be placed uninterrupted in the proposed location to prevent erosion of the bank. According to the application the riprap will be placed on the existing bank with only minimal excavation.

All interested parties are invited to submit written statements regarding the proposed work to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, Office of Water Resources, One Natural Resources Way, Springfield, Illinois 62702-1271. All written inquiries must be submitted by July 26, 2016.

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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees shall mail a copy of this determination to any employer, and to any association of employers and to any person or association of employees who have filed their names and addresses, requesting copies of any determination stating the particular rates and the particular class of workers whose wages will be affected by such rates.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees shall publicly post or keep available for inspection by any interested party in the main office of the LN-NLRCD this determination or any revisions of such prevailing rate of wage. A copy of this determination or of the current revised determination of prevailing rate of wages then in effect shall be attached to all contract specification.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Secretary shall cause to be published in a newspaper of general circulation within the area a copy of this Ordinance, and such publication shall constitute notice that the determination is effective and that this is the determination of this Board.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that nothing herein contained shall be construed to apply to the prevailing hourly rate of wages in the locality for employment other than public works construction as defined by the Act. PASSED: June 23, 2016 APPROVED: June 23, 2016

__/s_Glenn Baldwin_____ Glenn Baldwin President of the LNNLRCD Board of Trustees _/s/__Mike Swartz_______ Mike Swartz Secretary of the LNNLRCD Board of Trustees June 30, 2016

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 14TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WHITESIDE COUNTY-MORRISON, ILLINOIS

TREASURER'S REPORT - ANNUAL May 1, 2015 to April 30, 2016

FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION ("FANNIE MAE"), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, PLAINTIFF vs.

TROY E. POWELL; DEFENDANT 15 CH 70 Address: 304 Galt Rd. Galt, IL 61037 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL ESTATE

Cash on Hand April 30, 2015

$ 106,525.79

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 6, 2016, I, Sheriff of Whiteside County, Illinois, will on August 4, 2016 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:

Receipts Interest Pop Machine Rentals, Misc.

LCC Rentals Grant Taxes (County) Total Receipts

$ 424.99 $ 163.92 $ 5,070.00 $ 2,497.00 $ 51,095.08 $ 125,503.15 $ 184,754.14

LOTS 6 AND 7 IN BLOCK 2 IN THE VILLAGE OF GALT, WHITESIDE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. COMMON ADDRESS: 304 Galt Rd., Galt, IL 61037 P.I.N.: 10-24-378-005 The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

THE JUDGMENT AMOUNT WAS: $42,013.87

Disbursements Administration Education Insurance Lake Beach & Stream Maintenance Grant Lake Court Center Property Maintenance Office Supply & Postage Printing and Reproduction Professional Services Security Travel Utilities Volunteer Outreach Wages Total Disbursements Difference (Receipts + Cash on Hand - Disbursements) * * Cash on Hand as of May 1, 2016

Sale terms: 25% 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.

$ (3,643.00) $ $ (3,573.06) $ (46,785.13) $ (5,142.58) $ (12,145.63) $ (12,462.83) $ (1,241.48) $ (2,649.11) $ (9,124.24) $ $ (100.80) $ (5,636.42) $ $ (22,779.81) $ (125,284.09)

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, 230 W. Monroe, Suite 1125, Chicago, IL 60606, telephone 312-541-9710. Please refer to file number IL 15 2093.

$ 165,995.84

Sheriff of Whiteside County, Illinois

/s/___Rebecca Breckenfelder___________________ Rebecca Breckenfelder, Treasurer June 30, 2016

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Ashton Animal Clinic seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician for a part-time opening. Must have training or experience with traditional small animal tech duties.

Experience with customer service, cash handling, management software, and large animals are a plus.

Steady weekday hours with rotating weekend duties, 20-25 hours per week. Please send a resume with references to ashtonvet@ ashton vet.com

CDL DRIVER NEEDED

Wanted P.T. Days C.N.A. Apply at: Heritage Square 620 N. Ottawa Ave Dixon, IL EOE NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

Rock River Cartage is a family owned flatbed carrier. $55,000$60,000 a year.

We offer 401K, Health Ins., and home every night.

Must have 2 years experience.

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CITY OF DIXON JOB NOTIFICATION The City of Dixon is hiring two Servicemen for the Water Department.

The Job Description is posted at City Hall and online at: http://www. discoverdixon.org/ departments/cityadministration/jobpostings.html To apply please visit City Hall and fill out an application or email a request for application to: employment@ dicoverdixon.org We will be accepting applications through July 13, 2016 for this position.

Please call Amanda Bradshaw at (815) 288-6827 with any questions.

Cook Wantedpart-time days.

Must have Food Service Sanitation License. Apply in person at: Harry's Pub n Grub, 205 N. Main, Ohio.

First Federal Savings Bank is seeking an energetic individual for a fulltime Customer Service Representative in our Rock Falls branch. Duties include teller work, opening new accounts and customer contact marketing. Full benefit package.

Apply online at www.ffsbweb.com Harbor Crest Home An 84-bed skilled nursing care facility in Fulton IL, 61252 (815)589-3411 Is seeking qualified nurses licensed to work in Illinois to join our team, full-time 2, RN positions LPN 2nd shift Competitive salaries Apply in person or submit resumes to harborcrest2 @mchsi.com EOE

Local business is currently accepting applications for an administrative assistant to perform functions including answering phones, opening mail, ďŹ ling, billing and taking payments over the phone in a fast paced ofďŹ ce environment. This position will include training on and efďŹ cient use of various aspects of our business management program as well as some inside sales functions. The ideal candidate for this opportunity would be energetic and outgoing and possess excellent organizational and communication skills, along with a knowledge of common word processing and spreadsheet programs. Please apply by mail only to: Administrative Assistant Position. Please send replies to Box #:1338, c/o Sauk Valley ClassiďŹ eds, P.O. Box 498, Sterling, IL 61081 SM-ST4258-0707

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E&S Equipment LLC an Ag short line equipment retailer based out of Lanark, Illinois is searching for a self-motivated individual to manage the retail office.

Position includes: Customer service, inside sales, shipping/receiving, organization of parts, inventory control, customer invoicing, AR/AP. Requirements include: Good written and verbal communication skills, must have proficient computer skills in conjunction with Microsoft Office, knowledge of AS400 program a plus, previous parts experience a plus, must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Email cover letter and resume to: Steven Coulthard eastland fabricationllc@ frontiernet.net; John Yoder, jyoder@stuts mans.com Mail cover letter and resume to: Eastland Fabrication, attn. Steven Coulthard, 14273 IL Rt. 73, Lanark, IL 61046; Stutsmans Inc., attn. John Yoder, P. O. Box 250 Hills, IA 52235 Direct questions to Steven Coulthard at 815-493-8399, John Yoder at 319-325-4376.

HELP WANTED Heavy duty truck and trailer mechanic needed. Pay based on experience. Will train the right applicant.

Must have tools, valid drivers license. CDL a plus.

Located in Clinton, IA. Call 800-242-9078 or email resume to ttscchuck@ mchsi.com Local HVAC contractor hiring full time technician.

Must have freon certification and a valid IL drivers license. HVAC education and experience a plus.

Please send replies to Box #:1339 ,c/o Sauk Valley Classifieds, P.O.Box 498, Sterling, IL 61081 Local trucking company looking for drivers, Must have a good MVR. Excellent pay: $800-$1000 per week. Phone 815677-4867 for more information.

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MacLean Power Systems (MPS) is a leading manufacturer of products for electric utility, telecommunications and civil markets.

NOW HIRING FOR Experienced Chefs/ Cooks Part time & full time.

Excellent working conditions. A chance to work with Executive chefs and earn and learn. Drug Screen and background check required.

Pay commensurate with performance and experience.

815-440-2392 Paraprofessional Program Aide Morrison High School, Submit applications at www.morrison schools.org

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Prophetstown Pork is seeking a dedicated full time employee to work with pigs. Need reliable transportation, will train. Call 815-291-9025.

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Wanted: Construction Foreman for residential or post frame construction crew.

Driver's license required.

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Fri. & Sat. 8-3 408 7th Avenue Multi-Family Sale Lots of women's clothes S-3x, baby boy's NB – 12 mo., & men's, & Little Dog jelly & mustard, shoes, & furniture.

Fri. 8-3 Sat. 8-12 1003 Selmi Lane Dining room table & chairs, hope chest, dresser, air hockey table, men's bicycle, toys, clothingboy's 2T-3T & girl's 5-6, & maternity.

Marshall Pottery 3 gal. stoneware butter churn w/ paddle & lid 815-5358427

Thurs. & Fri., 8-3 686 Shadow Wood, Dixon Garage Sale Thurs. 12pm-5pm Fri. 8am-3pm 420 Division St. Old windows, chalk paint furniture, lots of teen girls, boys, ladies, & mens clothing, baby furniture items and lots of misc.

Thurs., Fri., & Sat. 8am-4pm 1102 Fargo Ave. Household goods, glassware, knickknacks, couch, armoire, dresser, kitchen table w/ chairs, clothing.

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345 Rock Island Rd. Women & Men clothing- sz. L-xL, Lots of Men's shirts, sz. s-xl(Tall), ties, coats, Jrs. clothing, girls & boys clothing, microwave, kitchen table, desk, desk chair, sofas, Christian books & CD's, home school material, home décor and much more.

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PETS & PET SUPPLIES 775 10wk old Pure bread Pomeranian puppies. $500 815-718-1889 American Bobtail cat, 1 male, free to good home and 2 female adults.

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Free to good home, 4 adorable kittens, 8 weeks old. 815-284-1130 Missing: long haired black female cat, Washington Ave. & Marclare Apts., Dixon.

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Need loving homes, due to terminal cancer, for 2 cats, free to good homes only. Call 815-625-1664.

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MISCELLANEOUS 796 FOR SALE 1970's Wedding Gown & Veil, elegantly simple, easily modified, tall/small $100 815-718-3434 2 adjacent graves in The Garden of Faith at Chapel Hill, Dixon. $1590 for both. 503-9313389.

2005 Gas Golf Cart Club Car Great Cond. $2700 815-499-2548 400 plastic trading card cases $60/obo 815-9733455 Berghoff Worldwide 12 pc. Cookware set, stainless steel. New in box. $100. 815-716-0123

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B14 • Sauk Valley Media MISCELLANEOUS 796 FOR SALE Bicycles Boys Bounty Roadmaster 23”. Like new. $100. Call 815-284-1362.

Boys Apollo Bounty 23”. Like new. $100. Call 815-284-1362 Good Old Days magazines. 19852001. $10 per year.

815-625-6182 Great Lakes hot tub. $2,000. Call 815-994-1010 Haier air conditioner 110v, $75.

Call 815-440-0145.

Ken Griffrey Jr. rookie card PSA 8 grade $100/obo 815-985-5359 Pat Summitt Autograph Basketball; no COA $275/obo 815-985-5359 Polk Audio Monitor 10 speakers w. stands. $225 OBO 815-441-3853 Pool table top, 4x8 1 in. slate. $35 815-284-8204 or 815-626-4991 Porch/outside furniture. Sofa, lounge chair, chair with ottoman. White metal & yellow cushions.

815-626-3525 Pride Jazzy power chair. $1,700. Call 815-994-1010 See More Online Photos, Commerce, Expanded Text ➛Look for WEB ID ➛Log on to: www.saukvalley. com classifieds ➛Enter the WEB ID in the WEB ID Box ➛View Photos, Expanded Text BUY ONLINE!! saukvalley.com CLASSIFIEDS Sofa bed, 6ft.

Like new. $75 815-625-9439 Vintage Wood Rocking horse. 35” L x 25” H x 13' W with metal saddle. $85. 815-716-0123 Water Skis, “O'Brien” Performance Combos, good shape, $75/obo 815-499-7302 Waterbed w/2 pillow top mattresses, 2 heaters & 6 drawers, $100/obo.

2 women's leather coats- sz. 10 & 12, $100 ea. obo. 12v.

TV $50. Set of suitcases $25. Call 815-438-2918.

Westinghouse upright freezer 20 cubic ft. $150 815-625-5409 825

Clean bright wheat straw.

815-712-3058 Hay for Sale $3 Bale 815-284-8204 or 815-626-4991

FARM EQUIPMENT

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1948 I.H. C Tractor with wood's 59 belly mower. Run's great.$2,800. Good rubber & paint.

815-973-0024 •Dirt Bike• Yamaha PW80 good condition $600/OBO 815-499-7333 International H for sale, good cond. $1600. 815499-9483 Vintage 340 I.H. 1972 utility tractor, 3pt. fast hitch with draw bar, T.A. Whl. weights, like new loader, 95% rubber 540 PTO & more.

Under 1600 orig. hours. $6750. 815973-3223.

CLASSIC CARS

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S.U.V.S

2000 Hurricane Deck Boat model FD201, Mercury 240HP, I/O, 5.0L. $8900. 773-4259810

2003 Ford Ranger XLT, one owner, runs good, tool box, $1200/obo 815-973-6785

2004 28' fifth wheel camper.

Terry Quantum by Fleetwood. Great cond. Many extras. $11,500! A MUST SEE! 815-499-8761

2013 16' Qwest Edge Pontoon Boat, & 2012 18' Trophy Trailer, many amenities, like new, used only a few times, serious inquiries only, $15,500 815652-0286

2007 Montana 5th Wheel, 3 slides, 36' long, rear kitchen, $20,500 815-973-4697

AUTOS WANTED

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NEW REAL DEAL

FOR ITEMS OVER $300

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Offer expires 12/31/16 No Commercial Advertising, Pets, Garage Sales, Wood/ Fuel, Tickets/ Travel or Real Estate

1984 Corvette, bronze, 350 automatic, Exc. cond.

New carpet & exhaust. $4,000.

815-441-5353.

1999 Cadillac DeVille; black; Good condition. $2,900 obo. 815288-7910

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1984 GMC Van. 305 Automatic. ¾ ton 110k mi. second owner Drive it home. $850 as is.

815-535-8021 2000 Ford Van ½ ton, New rear heavy leaf springs, alternator, tires plus spare, newer brakes & shocks.

Runs very good.

Does not leak oil and serviced regularly. $1,700 OBO 815-590-1419 912

1999 Chevy Subrow urban, 3rd seat, trailer hitch, $1800/obo 815499-2767 2000 Subaru Forester, 128k mi., reliable, recent brakes & exhaust. $3950 Call 815312-0037 2004 Ford F250, reg. Cab, V-10, auto., 4x4. Towing pkg., DMI bumper.

112K mi. $5700.

815-622-5152.

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Ford F150 stock wheels, tires, lug nuts, P235/75R-17. $100.

815-6259330

MOTORCYCLES

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1999 Harley Dyna Super Glide FXD 12K mi., saddlebags, windshield, lots of extra chrome, asking $5400 815-2883301 2003 Harley Davidson Ultra Classic Electra Glide, low miles, 100 yr. Anniversary, $9000 /obo 815-499-6410 2006 Harley Davidson Dyna Lo Rider EFI, 6 sp. Low mi. lots of extras. $7,500 815-238-1788 2009 Venox Cruiser, 5K miles. excellent condition, windshield/bags.

Great starter bike. $2,500 815-994-0284

BOATS/MOTORS

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1397 N. Galena Ave., Dixon 815-288-5626 708 First Avenue, Rock Falls 815-622-6655

YOUR 1ST AND 2ND CHANCE DEALER!

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VANS

PARTS & ACC.

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910

NEW TODAY

4X4S

TRAILERS/RVS

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2006 Ford Expedition XLT. White.

4 wd. 87k. $9850.

Call 815-499-0199

TRUCKS

BOATS/MOTORS

Hours Mon - Fri 10-6 • Sat 9-3

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Hours: Monday-Friday: 9am-6pm Saturday: 9am-3pm

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Take a serious look at your current lifestyle, and jettison things that are costing you too much emotionally, financially or physically.

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Turmoil will lead to setbacks that will make you look bad.

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What you have to offer will make a difference and lead to new friendships and collaborations with unusual and interesting people.

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Each letter in the cipher stands for another.

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Black Wheels!!

All Wheel Drive Just In! $16,695

One Owner 4 Wheel Drive Just In! $18,695

2015 HYUNDAI VELOSTER

2015 NISSAN JUKE NISMO

One Owner!!

3 Door•Rear Camera $14,995 Fun To Drive!

1.6L Turbo Leather Seats•Fosgate Stereo $21,295 Pocket-sized Fun!

2014 JEEP PATRIOT ALTITUDE

2013 NISSAN ALTIMA 2.5 SV

Remote Start Black Wheels Out $15,495 Blacked Wheels!

One Owner•Chrome All Around•Rear BackCamera $15,295 up High MPG!

2014 CHEVROLET CRUZE LT

2014 CHRYSLER 200 LIMITED S

2-Tone Interior 30 MPH Avg. Local Trade $14,495 Cruze In Style!

Loaded Loaded Loaded!!

One Owner•Factory Start $15,995 Remote Sweet Ride!

16 ft. 1984 Champion Bass Boat, 150hp, runs good, red metallic. $3,000/obo. 815716-6347.

NEW TODAY 16' Starcraft Boat depth finder, 70hp Johnson motor & trailer, $1850 815441-7636

Thursday, June 30, 2016

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1984 Buick Riveria T type, 3.8 turbo charge, Gold, motor needs work. $3,500. Call 815-285-8148

AUTOMOBILES

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2012 Buick Enclave, FWD leather group. Red tint coat 62k mi.

Org. owner. $24,900 815-537-2770 creditautosales dixon.com Always over 100+ vehicles to choose from.

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Sudoku!

Answer on B12

Previous Solution: “People said, ‘Jim, if you keep on making faces, your face will freeze like that.’ Now they just say, ‘Pay him!’” -- Jim Carrey (c) 2016 by NEA, Inc., dist. by Universal Uclick

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