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All That Fiber spins into downtown Stockton By John Day REPORTER

There’s a new shop on Main Street in downtown Stockton. Sherryl Dombeck and Kim Hazer have opened All That Fiber Studio. The studio is a retail business devoted to fiber arts. It’s not the run of the mill yarn store, however. Many of us have heard the expression farm to table about restaurants or grocery stores. The meaning of the expression is, of course, high quality foods that are grown locally. Borrowing from this philosophy, Dombeck and Hazer have molded their fiber business using the motto, farm to fabric. The goal of this business is to provide wool of the finest quality, all-natural fibers, to those who enjoy spinning wool or knitting and crocheting. Dombeck has lived in the Elizabeth area for 30 years and she’s no stranger to running a business. She has owned and operated Oak Creek Stables since coming to the area. More recently, her husband George opened Main Street Party and Events in Stockton which is a rental space for parties or other events. Dombeck and Hazer both are long time crafters who are passionate about fiber art and they wish to share that passion with like-minded fiber enthusiasts. All That Fiber Studio is on the

second floor above Main Street Party and Events. There are two spacious rooms. In the main room, fiber products such as yarn and wool are available for purchase. The second room is a working area where artists will be able to work side by side with others or take lessons. In addition to fiber products, tools such as crochet hooks, knitting needles and other tools will be available. All the yarn is locally produced and custom dyed. It’s at this point that All That Fiber separates itself from many of the other yarn shops. Dombeck said, “We do our best to keep things local. Two of the mills where we purchase fiber are Illinois Wool and Fiber in Belvidere and Round Barn Fiber Mill in Durand.” There is an in-house spinning wheel where raw wool will is always ready to be spun for a demonstration. Dombeck said, “We’ll be happy to offer demonstrations of spinning and we’ll be offering lessons as well. People find that sitting at the wheel and spinning is a terribly relaxing thing. The spinning wheel along with some other equipment will always be available in the work room. For customers or students use we’re making available wool picks, combs and hackles and carders. We have both a hand carder and a drum carder.” Lessons for the beginner or the more experienced

Stockton Heritage Museum ends 2018 with events and celebrations The Second Annual Festival of Trees will be held at the Stockton Heritage Museum on Dec. 8-9 and Dec. 15 and 16. The Museum will be open from 10 to 2 on Saturdays and Sundays from 11-2. Any business or individual are welcome to decorate a tree to be displayed at the Museum in December. The Museum supports any appropriate theme and welcomes the theme this year from the Chamber

knitter that may need a little help will be available. Hazer is an ardent felter. Felting is an age-old skill that originated on the plains of the Middle East. Thin needles, 2 or more at a time, in a holder, are used to sculpt wool into shapes or objects. Hazer said, “The shapes become 3 dimensional objects which can be used as adornments, jewelry or fiber sculptures. The work takes considerable concentration and it’s very satisfying.”

All That Fiber looks forwards to be a niche for fiber artists in the area surrounding Stockton. Dombeck said, “In addition to being a supplier we want to become a space for artists to be inspired, work alongside other artists and display their work. We will also feature artists work for sale on a consignment basis. We think that consumers will find some unusually beautiful and fascinating things.” Some of the artists who will of-

fering their work are, Suzy Beggin Craft, Spindrift Fiber and Gifts, Pretty Vintage, Dyeing Unicorn, Headwaters Pottery and Maple Hills Farm will offer milk soap and lotions. All that Fiber Studio open the following hours. Friday 10 to 6, Saturday 10 to 2 and Sunday 1 to 4. The studio is located at 111 South Main in Stockton. And can be reached at 815-541-2827. Check for added hours during the holiday season.

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Chorus members Payton Scace, Michael Decker, Rowen Schulz, James Hernandez; Junior Band: Henry Engel, Chloe Renter, Frank Meadows represented their school at the ILMEA District 8 Music Festival at DeKalb High School on Nov. 17. By Tabitha Engle

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Each year, the Illinois Music Education Association District 8 hosts a music festival that draws thousands from around the region to enjoy a dazzling musical showcase of young talent. This year’s event took place at DeKalb High School on Saturday, Nov. 17, where ten junior high and high school students from Lena-Winslow joined their peers to put on an unforgettable performance. “To qualify for the ILMEA District 8 Music Festival, students must earn their spot, performing pre-selected music in front of a judge. It can be a nerve-wracking experience that requires preparation and courage,” said Renee Schultz, Band Instructor. “We’re so proud of the students chosen for this elite program, as well as all students who auditioned.” “It was satisfying to see our small community represented on such a big stage where our kids are performing with students from nine counties in Northwest Illinois,” said Ali Stachowicz, Choral Instructor. “The kids were excited to be part of something that challenged and elevated their musical experience.” Le-Win students who performed at the ILMEA District 8 music festival included three junior high band students, two junior high chorus students and five high school chorus students: Junior Mixed Chorus: Payton Scace, Freshman; Michael Decker, Freshman; Rowen Schulz, 8th grade; James Hernandez, 8th grade Junior Band: Henry Engel, Chloe Renter, Frank Meadows, all 8th grade Senior Chorus: Ella Brunner, Senior; Kaidyn Sargent, Junior; Kierra Lynn Schulz, Junior To see video highlights from the 2018 ILMEA District 8 Music Festival and stay updated on future Le-Win music news and events, make sure to visit and follow “Lena-Winslow Music Department” on Facebook.

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Stockton CUSD #206 BOE November meeting summary evacuation drill was held on Oct. 24, a lock down drill was held on Oct. 25, and Riverview Center discussed bully preventions material with K-4th students at the end of October. In her good news report, Mrs. Downey congratulated the volleyball team on their Regional Championship, Taylor Broshous for being selected as the Rotary Sophomore Student of the first quarter, the following students for being named the Outstanding Student of the Month at the CTE: Kara Wickler in Construction Technology, Echo Taylor in Graphic Communications, Zachary Newman in Law Enforcement, Nick Ege in Automotive Technology, Robbie Reifsteck in Auto Body Repair, and Kameron Dick in Culinary Arts. In her administrative report, Mrs. Downey reported that the National Honor Society induction was held on Wednesday, Oct. 17, first quarter report cards were issued on Oct. 19, 48 Parent/Teacher conferences were held at the high school, an evacuation drill was held on Oct. 24, Mrs. Krug and FFA members attended the National Convention Oct. 24– 27 in Indianapolis, Riverview Center presented to students on sexual harassment on Oct. 29-31, the Veteran’s Day assembly was held on Nov. 9 in the high school gym, the high

Industrial hemp production workshop offered Alliance) Rob Daviess (IL Farmers Union) Industrial Hemp Production & Processing: The Good, the Bad, the Ugly Steve Tomlins (Turtle Creek Gardens) Brian Parr (Legacy Hemp) In addition to the presentations, this event will allow producers to come together to begin developing the network which will be vital to the successful implementation of industrial hemp in Illinois. The cost of the program is $20 per person. Pre-registration is required by Friday March 8. Registration can be completed online at go.illinois.edu/jsw or by calling the University of Illinois Extension at 815-235-4125.

students conducted a food drive for the Stockton Food Pantry, eighth grade students are working with the Lion’s Club to collect eyeglasses, keys, and Christmas light recycling – bring these items to Stockton Middle School to support families in need, and seventh and eighth grade students are currently taking donations for their spring service project of cleaning up the community and school grounds to fund their class field trip in the spring. Mr. Fox also congratulated band and chorus members that performed in Dekalb at the ILMEA: chorus members Rebecca Dreyer, Addison Ernst, Lincoln Legel, Madalyn Marcure, Lita Schmoll, Ashlyne Schubert, Bailey Thornton, Cami Vincent, and Leah Warner; band member Kylah Kurek. Mrs. Fox reviewed minutes from the CTE Academy and NWSE. In new business, the board took the following action: 1. Approved the tentative 2019 levy 6-0 following a motion by Gille

and second by Groezinger. 2. Approved the second read of board policies per the attached list 6-0 following a motion by Gille and second by Haas. 3. Approved to surrender the Student Activity CD 53636 at Citizen’s Bank and open a business select account earning 1.5% interest 6-0 following a motion by Haas and second by Vincent. 4. Awarded the snow removal bid to Oppold Backhoe at $95.50 per hour including all labor and $8.75 per 50 lb. bag of salt 6-0 following a motion by Groezinger and second by Gille. 5. Approved the purchase of an air compressor in the amount of $1,599 for the bus garage 6-0 following a motion by Haas and second by Cahill. 6. Approved the amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with FEH Associates 6-0 following a motion by Cahill and second by Groezinger.

Scales Mound CUSD #211 November 2018 BOE meeting summary The following is a summary of action taken at the Nov. 19, 2018, Scales Mound CUSD #211 School Board meeting. For more information please contact Ruth Foley or Dr. Bill Caron at 815-845-2215. During the regular board meeting for Scales Mound CUSD #211, the board approved the resignation of Sarah Reifschneider and accepted the recommendation to appoint Linda Hepker as a paraprofessional. Dr. Bill Caron presented information regarding the 2018 School Report Card and the state’s official designation for the school district. Dr. Caron informed the Board that the District’s elementary and junior high school were both designated as Commendable by the Illinois State Board of Education. The Board heard a presentation from Mrs. Susan Winter, School Counselor, regarding the 2019-20 High School Curriculum Guide. Mrs.

Winter explained that the high school programming will essentially stay the same, but some changes were made to the science course of study. All freshmen students will take biology and the district will be offering AP Biology, AP Chemistry, and AP Physics. Agriculture classes will include the addition of a food science course and students will receive science credit for this course and for the Medical/Vet Tech course. Additionally, the district will be offering a technical math course in response to new state requirements.

In other action, the board approved the administration’s request to seek a waiver for allowing the children of full-time staff members, who live outside of the district, to attend Scales Mound School. This waiver must be re-submitted every five years following a public hearing. The public hearing was held prior to the regular board meeting on Nov. 19, 2018. The next regular board meeting for Scales Mound CUSD #211 will take place on Dec. 17, at 7 p.m. in the school library.

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school has implemented a Midday Make-Up program to support students that are missing assignments, and second quarter progress notes will be issued on Nov. 20. Mrs. Downey also presented different curriculum options to the Board for Math, Agriculture, and Computers/ Business departments. In his good news report, Mr. Fox congratulated the following Blackhawks of the Month: Miah Luke/fifth grade; Kyle Haas/sixth grade; Abby Chumbler/ seventh grade; Dillon Raab/eighth grade. In his administrative report Mr. Fox shared that the sixth grade chorus presented “American Voices” to the residents at Stockton Rehabilitation Center and K-six grade students at the elementary school. Mr. Fox congratulated Veteran’s Day presenters Jason Hermann, Tavian Cleveland, Allyson Haas, Piper Brown, Ayden Hullinger, Nick Ege, Lindan Legel, the Boy Scouts, and the band and chorus. Mr. Fox stated that the seventh and eighth grade

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During Public Petitions and hearings Phil Crome presented information about the boiler at the high school and the audit was presented by Jenny Blocker from Benning Group. In her Superintendent’s report, Mrs. Fox informed the board about the need for new financial and student information software for the district to be decided in December, about the Advisory Task Force timeline, progress on the district Strategic Plan, information about the Property Tax Relief Grant, Every School Succeeds Act school designation for Stockton – High School, commendable; Middle School, commendable; Elementary School, exemplary. Mrs. Fox reminded the Board that before the December Board meeting, Faculty Advisory and the transportation committee will meet. In her good news report, Principal Colleen Fox reported that elementary students participated in the Halloween Parade through downtown Stockton on Oct. 31, third and fourth grade students completed their Fall into Reading activity with over 30 varsity athletes on Oct. 18, PTO Book Fair is the week of Dec. 10 - 14. In her administrative report, Mrs. Fox reported 94% attendance for Parent/Teacher conferences on Oct. 24 and 25, that an

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Good Shepherd Lutheran Church will gather for Sunday worship with Holy Communion on Nov. 25, at Good Shepherd, 118 E. Mason St. Lena, IL, at 9:30 a.m. All are invited to wear hats to worship as we celebrate Christ the King Sunday. Put on your favorite hat, and we will talk about special crowns on our head. Following worship, there will be a time for fellowship. On Wednesday Nov. 28, at 8 am the Piece Corps Quilters will work together to craft quilts for Lutheran World Relief. Our quilts provide warmth and love to people in our community and in the world. Materials and helping hands to tie and sew quilts are always appreciated. No previous quilting experience is necessary. Come join the fun and make a difference in the world! Good Shepherd will be at Homwtown Christmas parade on Friday Nov. 30, starting at 6 p.m. We are having a SOCK DRIVE for the Le-Win Elementary school. Bring new and comfortable socks to the church during the Christmas season. For more information, please call the church at 815-369-5552.

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and get them wrapped, make crafts, and have sandwich and soup supper afterwards. • Dec. 16, – Children’s Christmas program – 9 a.m. service • Dec. 23, - Special Christmas program with music by LUMC choir – 9 a.m. service • Dec. 24, - Christmas Eve traditional service with lessons, carols and candle lighting is held at 4 p.m. Another service is held at 11 p.m. in an intimate setting waiting in the fields with the Shepherds for Christ’s birth. Each Sunday worship service in December Pastor Keri will be preparing the way to Christmas. Church service is held at 9 a.m. with a fellowship time following. Sunday school begins at 10:30 a.m. People wanting more information about LUMC should call the church office at 815-369-5291, or stop by the office at 118 W. Main Street, Lena. Website address is www.lenaumc. org. Information is also available on Face book at Lena United Methodist Church. Both the website and Face book page are updated regularly. Need a ride to church? Call church office weekday mornings at 815369-5291.

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The 10:30 a.m. service for Dec. 2, the First Sunday of Advent, at Salem United Church of Christ, 8491 W. Salem Road, Lena, will include the celebration of Communion. Pastor Randal Nicholas has chosen the prophetic scripture from Jeremiah 33:14-16 for the sermon “Hey— Emoji This!” Sunday School for adults and children is at 9:30 a.m. Decorating the church for the Christmas season will be at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, December 1. The Wednesday Morning Breakfast Group meets at Spring Grove Restaurant, 1521 S. West Avenue in Freeport on Wednesday, Dec. 5.

Chancel Choir will sing at the service. The Sunday School continue their “Dig In-Discipleship” study beginning at 10:15 a.m. The Confirmation Class will meet at 10:15 a.m. Holiday Scrip orders will be due Dec. 9. The Youth Groups continue to meet at St. John’s. The Fifth Quarter (seventh-eighth grades) meet at 6 p.m. on Sundays followed by the Genesis (high school) meet at 7:30 p.m. Members will be decorating the church after worship on Dec. 2. A chili and oyster lunch will be served when the decorating is completed. Save the date for upcoming events: The Joy Choir will sing on Dec. 9, and the Christmas program will be held on Dec. 16, during worship. Congratulations to Jill Lawler, Freeport, IL for winning the the $200 Calendar Raffle drawing on Nov. 21. The Poinsettia Garden will be during the worship service on Dec. 23. If you would like to purchase a poinsettia, please sign-up on the bulletin board by December 10th. The cost is $10.50 this year and you may select Red, Pink, White or Burgundy for your poinsettia color. Mexican Train Dominoes will be played in Luther Hall on Tuesday, Dec. 4, at 9 a.m. and the Men’s Breakfast will be held at Brother’s Inn at Lanark on Wednesday, Dec. 5, at 7:30 a.m. It’s not too early to sign-up for the Women’s Gathering Potluck on Tuesday, Dec. 11 at 6 p.m. in Luther Hall. Sign-up for your dish to pass. Need a place to hold an event in Pearl City? The main hall at St. John’s is available for rent. Call the church for more information and availability. St. John’s Lutheran Church is at 229 S. First Street, Pearl City, Illinois. The office phone number is 815-443-2215(mornings). All are invited to our weekly worship services and youth to our Sunday School and youth ministries. You may also email at prshadmin@gmail.com.

Lena United Methodist Church has planned a variety of activities, services and celebrations for this Christmas season. Come join us in this joyous Christmas season by attending some of the many events below. • Nov. 30, - Chili Supper and Cookie Walk as part of the Lena Business & Professional Association Christmas activities. Serving from 4:30-8 p.m. Join us for a family night out. • Dec. 2, – Untangling Christmas – 3:30-6 p.m. Does the thought of your to-do list for the Christmas season make you want to hyperventiUnitarian Universalist late? Let us help! Join us for a night St. John Lutheran of food, fellowship and fun activi- Church-Pearl City Church of Stockton ties. Families, Singles, and Seniors You’re invited to join us for worThe Unitarian Universalist Church are welcome. Get your Christmas ship at St. John’s on Sunday, Dec. 2, of Stockton will welcome the pubpicture taken, bring your presents for the First Sunday of Advent. The lic to a concert featuring the works of Stockton native, Ronald Hill, and friends, Audrey Johnson, mezzo-soprano, and William Powell,

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The Willow/Kent United Methodist Churches will worship together Sunday, Dec. 2, at Willow UMC at 9 a.m. Pastor Chuck Wolbers will be bringing the message celebrating the First Sunday of Advent. All are invited and welcome to stay for fellowship. Sunday School is at 10:30 am, also studying from the Upper Room. All are invited and welcome to this time too. Willow UMC is located seven miles SE of Stockton, IL on Willow RD. For more information, please call Pastor Chuck at 815-947-2541.

Lena’s Hometown Christmas Parade/Walk As the Lena community comes together to usher in this Christmas season, St. John’s Lutheran Church reminds everyone that the reason for the season is Christ Jesus! The celebration begins at 6 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 30, with a Christmas Parade and Downtown Christmas Tree lighting. Other festivities such as Carriage Rides, shops open late serving goodies, luminaries, Christmas music, and other activities continue until 8 pm. Santa will arrive in the parade, then he will greet children inside Citizens State Bank St. John’s will have a table near Santa with cookies for kids. Wonderful events like the Christmas Walk really help us to get in the mood as we prepare to celebrate the Christ-

mas season which begins officially in the church with Advent. This year it starts on Dec. 2, (the fourth Sunday before Christmas) and continues through Christmas Eve. The word “advent” comes from the Latin “adventus” meaning “arrival” or “coming,” particularly of something having great importance. The Old Testament prophecies foretold the coming of a Savior, the Christ-child Jesus, who was born in a manger in Bethlehem. Christ is coming. Are you ready? Please join us for worship Saturday, 5:30 p.m. and Sunday, 8 and 10:30 a.m. Sunday School and Bible Classes are 9:15-10:15. Check our unique Sunday School---Bible Learning Activity Stations (BLAST).

Senior Center plans holiday living history show “Laura Ingalls: Christmas Memories” by Laura F. Keyes will be presented to kick off the holidays at the Senior Activity Center. It is the last installment in the 2018 Living History Presentation Series on Tuesday, Dec. 4, at 1 p.m. The series is made possible by the Freeport Community Foundation. The Senior Activity Center is at 216 E. Stephenson St., Freeport. Those who attend should arrive early to ensure they do not miss any of the show. Keyes portrays Ingalls at a pivotal time in her life, as she is about to marry Almonzo Wilder. Join Laura as she reminisces about her childhood Christ-

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ON THE RECORD Obituaries

DALE E. BROWNING Dale E. Browning of Lena passed away on Wednesday Nov. 21, 2018 at his home. He was born Feb. 13, 1943 in Freeport to Roy Vernon and Lena (Ontjes) Browning. He attended Freeport schools and married Judy Bower on June 26, 1966. He was employed at Micro Switch for 37 years. Dale had quite the sense of humor. His favorite pastimes were fishing, hunting, reading, and traveling. He is survived by his wife Judy, two daughters; Sheila (Neil) Hawthorne of Elkford, BC (Canada) and Lynette (Jeff) Niemann, Lena seven grandchildren; Chandell, Hayden, Ben and Marron Hawthorne, Brett, Angela and Rebecca Niemann, one sister; Norma Ditzler of Yuma, AZ., three nephews; Rod, Steve, and Tom Ditzler. Dale is preceded in death by his parents and brother-in-law Jerry Ditzler. Funeral services will be private at Dale’s request. A memorial for FHN Hospice has been established in his memory. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.leamonfh.com.

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EUGENE F. KOHL Eugene F. Kohl, 81, of Freeport formerly from Pearl City passed away suddenly on Saturday Nov. 17, 2018 at FHN. He was born in Savanna, II on July 4, 1937 to Albert and Hazel Joyce (Wood) Kohl. He married Sandra Lee Dole on July 14, 1958, and together they enjoyed 60 years of marriage. They have three children: Kathleen Kohl (Mark) Reuber, Michael (Sue Endress) Kohl, and Kevin (Carla Hake) Kohl; Grandsons: Brett Michael, Jeffrey (Stephanie) Kohl, Jeremy Kohl, and Bradley (Karin) Kohl; Great Grandsons: Braeden, Carter, Jordan and Owen; one sister, Darlene Mueller, and niece Cindy Mueller. He lived in Savanna, II until the death of his father. The family moved to Lena with his Grandparents and then moved to Freeport. As a young man he worked on his aunt & uncle Eldora & Alfred Blairs farm in Stockton. DUANE A. SIMLER He also worked at Casfords Grocery Duane A. in Freeport. He then joined the Simler, age Army 457” Airborne Field Artillery 61 of Lena, Battalion in 1954 and traveled IL, passed to Germany and Austria. When away at home ELIZABETH ANN RENTER he returned from the service, he after a farm Elizabeth Ann Renter, 32, worked construction for Freeport equipment formerly of Lena, IL passed away Construction Company, Beloit accident on unexpectedly from a fatal heart Pipeline, and Winter Construction. Friday, Nov. attack on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018 at He was a longtime member of the 16, 2018. He Community Hospital in Munster, IN. International Union of Operating was born Sept. She was born on March 27, 1986 Engineers Local #150. He then 12, 1957 to to Michael and Melanie (Geeting) was elected to be Loran Township Albert and Betty (Elgin) Simler. Renter in Monroe, WI. She was Road Commissioner in Pearl City He was a graduate of Pearl City a graduate of the Le-Win High for 20 years, and a director of the High School. Duane married Linda School. T.O.I. He was a member of the Derrer on Sept. 9, 1979. Elizabeth is survived by her Moose Lodge, Eagles Club, Owls He had farmed with his family mother Melanie, daughter Chloe Club, and Masonic Lodge also a Elizabeth Renter, both of Lena, past member of Methodist Church sister Kimberly Renter of Monroe, Board, Pearl City Fire Dept. He WI, brother Aaron (Julie) Renter of enjoyed working on stock cars, goRock Island, IL. carts, playing horseshoes, softball, Olivia Benefiel She was preceded in death by her golf and bowling. He also enjoyed Sarah and Justin Benefiel of Pearl father Michael and grandparents. fishing, camping and boating. He City, Ill. are the parents of a daughter A memorial service will be held at was a Scout leader and coached Olivia Noelle Benefiel born Tuesday a later date. Little League Baseball. He enjoyed Nov. 20, 2018 at FHN Memorial Cremation rites have been watching the Chicago Cubs and Hospital, Freeport, Ill. Olivia has a accorded. Detroit Lions. brother Owen Benefiel, 7. GrandparA memorial has been established He was preceded in death by his ents are Steve and Janis Sheffey of in her name. parents, brother-in-law, nephew, and Pearl City and Tom and Nancy BeneCondolences may be sent to the infant son at birth. A memorial has fiel of Freeport. Great grandparents family at www.leamonfh.com. are Reita Sheffey of Pearl City and See OBITS, Page 7 Farrell Benefiel of Freeport. until 1992 when he purchased the Skate Station. Duane was a member of the Freeport Church of the Brethren. He enjoyed working outdoors, especially driving tractor. He also loved fixing things and spending time with his grandchildren. Duane is survived by his wife, Linda Simler of Lena; his parents, Albert and Betty Simler of Freeport; daughters, Brenda (Randall) Westfall of Rodney, MI, Beth (Michael) Gordon of Springfield, IL, and Brittany Simler of Portland, OR; grandchildren, Heidi & Hewyt Westfall and soon-to-be granddaughter, Hanna Westfall; brothers, David (Kathy) Simler of Freeport and Darius (Sherry) Simler of Pearl City, IL; sister, Diane (Daylon) Niemann of Warren, IL; aunts, Twila Simler, Nancy Simler, and Ruth Elgin; uncle, Harold Simler; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. A reception was held on Sunday, Nov. 25, at the Skate Station 7016 HWY 20 W., Lena, IL. A celebration of life service was Nov. 26, at 11 a.m. at the Freeport Church of the Brethren, 777 W. Pleasant St., Freeport, IL. A memorial fund has been established in his name. Condolences may be shared at www.walkermortuary. com.

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Northwestern Illinois Community Action Agency has funding from the Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (DCEO) to assist residents of Jo Daviess and Stephenson Counties with home heating utility costs through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), Percentage of Income Payment Plan (PIPP) and Weatherization Programs. LIHEAP clients with ComEd and/or Nicor Gas as utility providers may have the option of choosing between the traditional Direct Vendor (DVP) one-time payment or the Percentage of income Payment Plan (PIPP). The choices will be explained to clients during their application visit. PIPP applications will be taken until December 31, 2018 or until funding is exhausted. LIHEAP applications will be taken until May 31, 2019 or until funding is exhausted. Beginning Monday, Oct. 1, 2018, income eligible seniors (age 60 and older) and people receiving disability benefits may call to schedule an appointment to apply for assistance. Starting November 1, 2018, income eligible households without home energy service (are disconnected or have a disconnect notice from their primary and/or secondary heating utility) and families with children age 5 and under may also call to schedule an appointment to apply. Starting December 3, 2018 all other low income eligible households may apply. Eligible households may call 800-883-1111 or 815-232-3141 from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. to schedule an appointment to apply for assistance at one of the following locations. NICAA Main Office- Freeport • Stockton Banking Center Warren Township Library • Hanover Village Hall Citizens State Bank of Lena • East Dubuque Library Illinois Bank & Trust - Galena Downtown German-American State Bank - German Valley Income Guidelines: To qualify, a household must have a 30 day gross income at or below 150% of the federal poverty level shown below for 30 days prior to and including the application date. 1 person household - $1,518 2 person household - $2,058 3 person household - $2,598 4 person household - $3,138 Add $540.00 for each additional person in the household ** The following documents will be required to apply for assistance ** • Social Security Cards for all members of the household. • Proof of all gross income for all household members for 30 days including the application date including pay check stubs, SSA/SSI/SSD current benefit letters, pension/retirement statements, child support, unemployment reports, TANF/AABD/ Township GA assistance notices, self employment reports, and proof of zero income. • Current complete heat and electric bills and disconnect notices you have received. • Medical Card from Illinois Department of Human Services. • Copy of current lease or rent receipt. • Proof of homeownership, tax bill or title (for mobile home), is required for weatherization assistance.

PY 19 LIHEAP Emergency Furnace Program An Emergency Furnace Assistance Program is available for LIHEAP households of Stephenson and Jo Daviess Counties who are homeowners and whose existing heating systems are not functioning or have been red-tagged by their utility. The purpose of the LIHEAP Furnace program is to restore heat to the household and is available from October 1, 2018 through March 31, 2019 or until funds have been exhausted. Priority periods for the LIHEAP Emergency Furnace Program are the following: Beginning Monday, Oct. 1, 2018, income eligible seniors (age 60 and older) and people receiving disability benefits may call to schedule an appointment to apply for assistance. Starting November 1, 2018, families with children age 5 and under and households with an imminent disconnect notice may also call to schedule an appointment to apply. Starting December 1, 2018 all other low-income eligible households may apply. To qualify for the LIHEAP Emergency Furnace Program, the household must first apply for and be approved for LIHEAP assistance. The household must have active service with both primary and secondary heating utilities. Households and disconnected utilities are not eligible for this assistance. In addition to LIHEAP documents, the following homeownership documentation must be provided: 1. Copy of real estate tax bill AND 2. One or more of the following: • Copy of warranty deed, contract for deed, or quit claim deed (all of these must be stamped and registered with the county clerk)

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ANNUAL STATEMENT OF AFFAIRS SUMMARY FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2018

The summary must be published in the local newspaper. Copies of the detailed Annual Statement of Affairs for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2018 will be available for public inspection in the school district/joint agreement administrative office by December 1, annually. Individuals wanting to review this Annual Statement of Affairs should contact:

River Ridge CUSD #210

4141 IL RT 84 SOUTH, HANOVER IL 61041

School District/Joint Agreement Name

815-858-9005

Address

8:00 AM to 3:00 PM

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Also by January 15, annually the detailed Annual Statement of Affairs for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2018, will be posted on the Illinois State Board of Education's website@ www.isbe.net. SUMMARY: The following is the Annual Statement of Affairs Summary that is required to be published by the school district/joint agreement for the past fiscal year. Statement of Operations as of June 30, 2018 Educational

Operations & Maintenance

Debt Services

Transportation

Municipal Retirement/Social Security

Capital Projects

Working Cash

Fire Prevention & Safety

Tort

5,300,479

967,296

386,600

255,713

296,823

110,609

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Total Direct Receipts/Revenues

0 697,387 557,996 6,555,862

0 0 0 967,296

0 0 0

0 113,881 0 500,481

0 0 0 255,713

0 0 296,823

0 0 0

0 0 110,609

0 0 3,235

Total Direct Disbursements/Expenditures

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649,274

365,059

271,098

13,415

82,167

19,083

0 5,619,728

0 2,445,168

0 0

0 1,856,744

0 191,308

0 400,169

0 0

0 160,902

0 67,535

0 5,880,812

0 2,763,190

0 0

0 1,992,166

0 175,923

0 683,577

0 0

0 189,344

0 51,687

Local Sources Flow-Through Receipts/Revenues from One District to Another District State Sources Federal Sources

Other Sources/Uses of Funds Beginning Fund Balances - July 1, 2017 Other Changes in Fund Balances Ending Fund Balances June 30, 2018

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GROSS PAYMENT FOR CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL Salary Range: Less Than $25,000: Steven R Allendorf; Cindia L Baltz; Richard Wayne Crandall; Sandra A Crist; Andrea Marie Deckert; Mary K Determan; Lindsey L Duerr; Mrs Elissa B Gunning; Lloyd J Haas; Elizabeth A Hauser; Lauren A Kent; Amanda J Korte; Damaris A Miles; Peter B Morhardt; Emily A Nicolin; Mrs Janice A Pascoe; Sue A Roberts; Karla M Rolwes; Warren A Schaller Jr; Ms Sharon K Smith; Tricia K Smith; Heather D Tessendorf; David C Thompson; Margaret A Tonne; Hollie J Werner; David L Wiegel; Christine M B Wilhelm. Salary Range: $25,000 $39,999: Thomas S Taylor. Salary Range: $40,000 $59,999: Ari A Anderson; Guinevere J Benson; Kate L Bingham; Natalie J Byrne; Celia T Hartman; Allen F Hendren; Tara M Ketelsen; Brittany A Lawson; Sara J Richmond; Renee K Schultz. Salary Range: 60,000 - $89,999: Corey K Albrecht; Ann M Bochniak; Beau D Buchs; Mr Edwin R Curry; Tracy M Diestelmeier; Tamara L Ditsworth; Mr Michael E Dittmar; Dennis D Downs; Ms Deborah Ann Ebensberger; Mrs April J Einsweiler; Mr Kevin M Ertmer; Mr Brett W Fry; Krista A Fry; Ms Robin E Harkness; Ms Michelle L Kelzer; Alaina M Klippert; Jeremy J Knauer; Laura A Kuzniar; Jennie A Laity; Molly A Mc Govern-Mensendike; Mrs Susan M Miles; Karla B Nicholas; Ms Brenda A Potter; Ms Rhonda L Ransom; Mrs Debra C Reese; Linda K Schafer; Mrs Tamera K Smith; Mrs Mary A Steele; Candace S Stewart; Mrs Kimberly V Thorsen; Ms Pamela T Tindell; Judy A Tippett; Douglas H Vandigo; Lara S Walters; Mr Brian L Wurster; Stephanie L Wurster. Salary Range: $90,000 and over: Mr Bradley W Albrecht; Mr Shean M Albrecht; Ms Dianne M Allendorf; Jack Michael Foltz. GROSS PAYMENT FOR NON-CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL Salary Range: Less Than $25,000: Margaret M Allen; Nellie E Bainbridge; Debra L Basten; James P Beemster; Jared K Berlage; Valerie J Berning; Deborah H Boden; James L Breed; Lucy A Brenner; John H Brinkmeier; Ashley M Broshous; Heather M Brotherton; Brian R Brown; Kristina M Brubaker; Mark W Bryan; Beau D Buchs; LaTonya D Christopher; Ms Jennie K Cliff; Mr Edwin R Curry; Ms Sandra Kay Denys; Tracy M Diestelmeier; Ms Terri R Doran; Mr Kim A Douvikas; Maria B Duryea-Kmiec; Corinna B Eisenberg; Mrs Tonya B Ertmer; Mr Brett W Fry; Krista A Fry; Mary S Gabel; Donna M Gerlich; Elizabeth M Grissinger; Lloyd J Haas; Julie A Harms; Ms Deborah A Hernandez; Mr Ignacio Hernandez; James P Holland; Ms Sharon Kay Holmbo; Kathy Jo Hunt; Mary Ann Kirk; Monica Klippert; Danielle J Kloss; Mr James D Knauer; Julie E Knauer; Bruce E Kutz; Molly

A Mc Govern-Mensendike; Mrs Susan M Miles; Meagan E Miller; Eugene J Naumann; Deborah L Nobis; Margaret A Palmer; Mrs Bonnie S Patterson; Mr Duane S Potter; Tonya M Raab; Mrs Debra C Reese; Joshua J Ries; Mr Thomas L Rife; Carol W Risinger; Natasha L Ritchie; Karla M Rolwes; Elizabeth K Schnitzler; Mrs Mary E Schnitzler; Brandi S Smith; Barbara M Steinhagen; Candace S Stewart; Stephanie A Tewell; Jason Q Thomasson; Steven A Thomasson; Maureen A Tyne; Ms Mary Ann Walker; Dina S Wild; Mr Brian L Wurster; Stephanie L Wurster. Salary Range: $25,000 - $39,999: Ms Kathryn A Bailey; Robert A Basten; Mr Gary L Klepack; Donald R Lisk; Terri L Ludwig; Scott W Miller; Mrs Terri L Potter; Jeffrey C Schoenhaar. Salary Range: $40,000 - $59,999: Lisa M Haas; Ms Gloria J Schleicher; Mr Michael T Smallwood. Salary Range: $60,000 and over: Mr Douglas C Nicholas; Mrs Sharon L Randecker. Payments over $2,500, excluding wages and salaries. Person, Firm, or Corporation Aggregate Amount 2ND GEAR 34,515.00 AFLAC WORLDWIDE HEADQRTS 15,748.60 BRAD ALBRECHT 2,786.73 AMAZON 6,255.56 AMERICAN FUNDS SERVICE CO 6,720.00 APPLE RIVER STATE BANK 29,004.29 BENNING GROUP, LLC 9,900.00 BLUE CROSS-BLUE SHIELD 674,793.63 COUNTRY LIFE INS CO 4,320.00 DUBUQUE FIRE EQUIPMNT INC 3,206.53 EARTHGRAINS BAKING CO INC 6,289.00 EDUCATION ASSOCIATION 34,272.00 ELIZABETH GARAGE INC 14,624.78 EQUITRUST LIFE INS CO 3,600.00 ELIZABETH ST BANK-FED TAX 488,061.76 ELIZABETH ST BANK-FICA 127,625.96 ELIZABETH ST BANK-MEDICAR 128,733.56 FRONTIER 13,981.91 GALLAGHER BENEFIT SERV 4,500.00 GIESE SHEET METAL CO INC 12,150.00 HORACE MANN-LIFE & ANN 117,672.48 HM FLEX-DAYCARE 5,000.00 HOR MN-FLEX MEDICAL CARE 42,750.76 HORACE MANN LIFE INS CO 4,802.68 HOLLAND & SONS INC 14,825.00 HOSKINS BUILDING CENTER 2,516.50 IA STATE TAX 10,962.40 IL ASSOC OF SCHOOL BOARDS 4,213.66 IFIBER 7,200.00 IL BANK & TRUST 11,046.32 ILLINOIS DEPT OF REVENUE 203,837.75 IL STATE BOARD OF EDUCTN 8,866.39 IL SCHOOL DISTRICT AGENCY 11,563.00

** IMPREST FUND ** 31,230.03 ILL MUN RET FUND-IMRF 201,608.46 ITSAVVY LLC 14,957.45 JO DAVIESS-CARROLL CTEA 132,952.51 JO-CARROLL ENERGY 233,070.01 JOHNSON HEALTH TECH NA 5,288.90 J&R RENTALS 13,548.00 KLOSS-WINTER ELECTRIC INC 3,392.25 KURT’S POLAR AIR INC 5,158.87 LEARNING INTERNET INC 2,585.00 MCGRAW-HILL EDUCATION INC 19,633.00 MECHANICAL INC 65,631.07 MIDWEST MEDICAL CENTER 5,500.00 MIDWEST TECHNOLOGY PRODCT 3,552.33 MIDWEST TRANSIT EQUIP INC 97,619.31 MONTGOMERY TRUCKING INC 2,584.00 MOTEL TRAVEL VENDOR 7,178.87 11,973.59 NEIGHBORHOOD OFFICE SOLTN NORTHWEST SPECIAL ED DIST 2,635,985.65 PAPER 101 4,439.46 ** PAYROLL ** 3,551,877.67 PERMA-BOUND INC 5,597.88 PRAIRIE FARMS DAIRY INC 23,592.86 PROJECT LEAD THE WAY, INC 3,000.00 QUILL CORPORATION 8,667.08 RENAISSANCE LEARNING INC 14,598.30 RICHARD L JOHNSON 17,626.90 REGIONAL OFF OF EDUCATION 5,514.00 SAUNDERS OIL CO INC 41,159.09 SCHOOL SPECIALTY INC 8,294.18 SCHOOL LUNCH SOLUTIONS 4,232.58 SELECTIVE INSURANCE CO 15,080.00 SKYWARD INC 5,730.00 M & N SPROULE CONSTRUCTN 5,976.00 STALKER SPORTS FLOORS 5,025.00 STEPHENSON SERV CO 2,782.80 STORE TRAVEL VENDOR 9,010.43 SUPPLY WORKS 24,862.75 SYSCO FOODS OF BARABOO 37,234.26 TEAMSTERS LOCAL #120 3,240.00 T.H.I.S. 83,413.47 TOP NOTCH 2,791.72 TEACHERS RETIREMENT SYSTE 374,322.37 TRS-NEC .58% 24,435.28 US FOODS 27,528.97 VERIZON WIRELESS 3,209.10 VINCENT EARTHMOVING INC 3,086.71 WASHINGTON NATL INS CO 8,394.02 WEST CARROLL CUSD #314 8,495.98 WISCONSIN DEPT OF REV 2,775.88 WILLOWGLEN ACADEMY-IL 60,196.45 WORKERS’ COMPENSATION 32,057.00 (Published in The Scoop Today Nov. 28, 2018) 333375

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been established in his memory. Funeral services were held on Nov. 24, at the Pearl City United Methodist Church in Pearl City. A visitation was held on Nov. 23, also at the Church. Online condolences may be shared at www.schwarzfh. com KENNETH WALTER FELDT Kenneth Walter Feldt, born Sept. 5, 1926, passed away Nov. 13, 2018 at the age of 92. Kenneth married Lou Ann Schupbach Nov. 5, 1946. Kenneth farmed on the family farm in Sylvestor Township, Green County for 26 years. Later he worked for Carter and Gruenewald Company of Juda. Kenneth moved to Monroe and worked for the Monroe Evening times delivering bundles of papers to the surrounding villages. Kenneth was known for always wearing his red cowboy hat and always taking time to share stories with people he met. In May of 1982 he met his best friend Carol Welz whom he spent the rest of his life. Together they shared Kenneth’s love of music. Ken loved playing his Dobro guitar in several area bands. Kenneth is survived by his significant other, Carol Welz of

Monroe and children, Diane Feldt of Van Couver, Washington, Carol (Gary) Davis of Juda, Randall (Tamara) Feldt of Blue Grass, Iowa, Lorie (Mike Koch) Walters of Monroe and Carol Welz son, Gary Welz (Mark Green) of Freeport, Illinois. Grandchildren, Tahani (Will) Lippl, Tracy (Brian) Johnston, Danielle (Shane) Tonn, Jessica Axon, Sara (Steve) Bishop, Jesse Feldt, Micheal Feldt, Stephen (Kelsey) Feldt, Joseph, Gwendolyn and Joshua Marino, Karleen and Kyle Walters. Great Grandchildren, Joey and Annabell Lippl, Shelby, Charlotte and Violet Johnston, Isaak Tonn, Jacob and Lilly Bishop, Alleta, Austin,Nadalie and Brysen Marino. Braden White, Kylee Smith, Jeremiah and Kayden Rivera. Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents, Otto and Anna Feldt. Son, Jack Feldt, daughter Linda Feldt and son-in-law Darrell Lehman. A Celebration of Life will be held Friday, Dec. 7, at the Moose Hall of Monroe from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. A memorial fund is being establish for the Juda Fire Department and St. Johns United Church of Christ. Condolences may be shared with his family at www.walkermortuary.com. KIMBERLY HOUZENGA Kimberly Houzenga age 38, of Hanover, Illinois, passed away Thursday, Nov. 15, 2018 at the Midwest Medical Center in Galena,

PC Perk is much more than just a cup of coffee take pride in what they are doing and last year at this time I’m not sure they would have done that.” Now, PC Perk is open three days a week and includes three different positions: order taker, coffee maker, and coffee runner. Other class days are spent preparing treats sold by PC Perk weekly, taking inventory, and cleaning up/planning for the next week. “I love our PC Perk Program!” said Janis Sheffey, the District Bookkeeper. “It benefits not only the students who participate, but also the staff! It’s very nice to get a drink and/or snack mid-morning! Thank you, PC Perk!” From taking orders to counting money, these students are learning the skills to help become part of a viable workforce. They are genuinely excited about their coffee shop and serve customers with bright smiles and lots of enthusiasm. “I think the PC Perk is a good idea for us to practice our skills in making change and learning about time management,” said Mindy Saeger, PC Perk Employee. But PC Perk isn’t just about learning new skills for retail employment. “I have seen the students progress in so many ways, from everyday academic skills like counting back change to social interaction,” said

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Kim was born on Oct. 25, 1980, in Man, West Virginia, the daughter of Edward and Helen (Harrison) Chapman. She attended St. Charles High School. Kim worked for Happy Joes Pizza in Galena. Kim enjoyed shopping and being with her friends. Most of all, Kim treasured the time she spent with her sons and grandson. Kim is survived by her parents,

Edward and Helen; four sons, Austin Chapman, Bryce Chapman, Ethan Taplin and Dillon Taplin all of Hanover; a grandson, Bentley; three siblings, Teresa (William) Lamping, Randall Chapman, Patty (Chris Longmire) Chapman of Hanover; three nieces, Amber Hermecz, Kelly Chapman, Zoey Chapman and many nieces and nephews and her boyfriend, Chris Arndt.

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Last year, Jen Petta (Special Services Coordinator/ Speech Pathologist) and Megan Spahr, (High School Special Education Teacher) faced a challenge that confronts many high school life skills students in Illinois. Because of the WIOA law, students were no longer able to attend a sheltered workshop to gain necessary skills to help them become contributing members of the competitive workforce. But they knew that without those skills, their students would miss out on many opportunities in life. So, these two women decided to brain storm and came up with the idea of PC Perk, a coffee shop run out of their classroom where students can obtain necessary job skill practice prior to their entry into the workforce, in order to help them be prepared for competitive employment. Once the board approved of their idea, Petta and Spahr outlined the specifics of the class and completed a “trial run” during the 4th quarter of the 2017-2018 school year. The trial run was a huge success. “Along with the work skills, I have also seen a great improvement in the girls’ self-confidence, said Bill Johnson, JH/HS Social Studies/Math Teacher. “Prior to PC Perk, the girls were very shy and quiet, now they have more confidence in themselves and are acting professionally. They have acquired new skills that are will help them in the future. They also

Illinois. A funeral service was held Wednesday, Nov. 21, at LawJones Funeral Home in Hanover. Burial will take place in Evergreen Cemetery. A visitation was held Nov. 20, at Law-Jones Funeral Home in Hanover. A memorial fund has been established in Kim’s memory. Friends and family are invited to share in Kim’s life at www.lawjonesfuneralhome.com.

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Lena Hometown “Vintage Christmas” Friday, November 30

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Adults $6.50 • Children 3-10 $4.00• Toddlers FREE Carry Outs Available • Holiday Cookies & Candies for Sale

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Christmas Tour of Homes Visit these homes which will be decked out with cheery hospitality and holiday cheer! You may visit the homes in any order. Let the Spirit of Christmas guide your way while benefiting the Lena Food Pantry! There are no admission fees or tickets to purchase. A free will donation of nonperishable food items or cash for the food pantry may be given at any one of the homes.

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Lena’s Hometown “Vintage Christmas” Join DeVoe Floral in bringing in the Holidays for Lena’s Hometown Christmas. Open Friday, November 30 until 8:30 p.m. Refreshments and Treats In-Store Specials, Door Prizes and “surprise” specials. Holiday Hours: Saturday, Open 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.

The tour includes the homes of: Dan and Sarah Todd, 606 N. Center Sheila Bowden, 209 Walnut Street Bill and Toni Bollon, 412 Freedom Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 118 E. Mason.

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Stop in and see us Friday, Nov. 30 9 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. Lots of Christmas Gifts and Decor • Pillows • Candles • French milled soaps • Chocolate covered coffee beans • Vermont nut free chocolates and candy And Much More!

Tuesday - Saturday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. 130 W. Main Street • Lena 815-369-9990 333438

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Megan Spahr. “Their self-confidence has improved a great deal as well. I’m looking forward to the next stage in our plan and will continue to support our students so they can meet the challenges that the workforce will present.” “The PC Perk has provided an amazing opportunity for us to teach our students valuable life and employment skills. We see growth and progress on a daily basis, and we are excited to see what the future holds for our students,” said Jen Petta. “We know they are on the right path for obtaining gainful employment. We are so thankful for the support of the Administration and Board of Education and their help in making our dream become reality.” Many school administrators seem

pleased with the benefits the program has shown, even in its infancy. “I am so proud of the PC Perk staff,” said Chris Wallace, Pearl City Elementary Principal. “Many of the students were little elementary students when I first met them, now they are responsible business partners. They are respectful and courteous every time I receive my order.” Currently, PC Perk only serves the teachers and staff of the Pearl City School District, but they are hoping to branch out in the future, perhaps even opening a storefront in Pearl City. To learn more about the PC Perk program, please contact Megan Spahr at mspahr@pcwolves.net or call the Pearl City High School at 815-443-2715.

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Stockton CUSD #206

540 N RUSH ST, STOCKTON IL 61085

School District/Joint Agreement Name

815-947-3391

Address

8:00AM - 4:00PM

Telephone

Office Hours

Operations & Maintenance

Debt Services

Transportation

Municipal Retirement/Social Security

Capital Projects

Working Cash

Fire Prevention & Safety

Tort

3,743,736

502,766

173,396

143,360

356,861

34,951

148,334

60,806

Total Direct Receipts/Revenues

0 1,449,605 539,133 5,732,474

0 0 0 502,766

0 0 0

0 237,115 0 410,511

0 7,949 0 151,309

0 0 356,861

0 0 34,951

0 0 148,334

0 0 60,806

Total Direct Disbursements/Expenditures

5,306,502

1,192,947

358,546

186,702

500,290

146,787

91,781

0 3,862,880

400,000 741,770

0 0

0 154,831

0 45,429

0 511,457

-400,000 534,892

0 30,977

0 84,021

0 4,288,852

0 451,589

0 0

0 206,796

0 10,036

0 368,028

0 169,843

0 32,524

0 53,046

Local Sources Flow-Through Receipts/Revenues from One District to Another District State Sources Federal Sources

Other Sources/Uses of Funds Beginning Fund Balances - July 1, 2017 Other Changes in Fund Balances Ending Fund Balances June 30, 2018

1000 2000 3000 4000

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PENNY DUCHOW; SANDRA DVORAK; JODY GABEL; KATELYN GILLE; LAURIE GOTHARD-ZUEGER; ERICA GRABBE; MILLICENT GRAVES; CAITLYNN GREVE; ROGER GROEZINGER; KELLY GUERRERO; SHAWN HAAS; JOHNATHON HAMMANN; ROBIN HARTOG; DANNIELLE HAIDENREICH; MARK HEIDENREICH; SANDRA HELLER; JARED HERMANN; MALLORY HESSELBACHER; CONSTANCE HILL; EVAN HILL; JORDAN HOLCOMB; MEGAN HOLLAND-ZITO; JAMES HOYER; CAROL HURLBUT; DEBRA HUSO; DAVID KEILLOR; CASEY KENNA; JASON KOESTER; AMANDA KORTE; TERESA KORTH; WILLIAM KRAHMER; DANIEL KUNZ; DIANE KUNZ; CHAD LARSON; JOSEPHINE LARSON; EILEEN LAWFER; NICOLE LAWLER; DANIEL LEITZEN; SUSAN LEITZEN; PAUL LOGAN; WILLIAM LOGEMANN; EDMOND MARCURE; PERRY MCPEEK; PATRICIA MOLITOR; BROOKE MOORE; ALBERT MYSLIWIEC; LISA NADIG; ANDREW NAPIER; JODY NEWMAN; MYRA PEARCE; DIANE RANDECKER; MARIA RECTOR; MICHAEL RENZ; WENDY REUSCH; BRETT RICHARDSON; SUSAN ROBERTS; MALLORIE RUBIO RIVERA; JOAN SANFORD; ERIC SHAVE; LISA SCHOENHARD; DEAN SCHROEDER; BARBARA SCHULTZ; ROBYN SCHULZ; MARSHA SCHWITZ; MEGAN SCHWITZ; CARLA SERTLE; TERRANCE SERTLE; EUGENE SKUTT; SHARON SMITH; TRICIA SMITH; KATHI STARR; CAROL STAVER; DANIEL STEVENS; AMANDA STICH; DEBRORAH SULLIVAN; HEATHER TESSENDORF; DEAN TILLIS; DARLENE TIMPE; TIMOTHY TIMPE; GARY TOWNSEND; LILLIAN TOWNSEND; LAURA WACKERLIN; SHERI WELLMAN; KIMBERLY WESTABY; PATRICIA WESTABY; JUDY WULFF. Salary Range: $25,000 $39,999: BRENDA ENRIGHT; DONALD HARTOG; ROGER ROWE; DEANNA SMITH; ROGER SMITH. Salary Range: $40,000 - $59,999: DOUGLAS BROSHOUS; VICKI EDEN; Salary Range: $60,000 and over: GARY BAGLIN. Payments over $2,500, excluding wages and salaries. Person, Firm, or Corporation Aggregate Amount KIMBERLY ALT 2,630 AMAZON 16,122 REG. SUPT.--TREASURER 60,127 BAUER AGENCY 52,863 BAUER EDUCATIONAL 4,750 BENNING GROUP 10,350 BLUECROSS BLUESHIELD IL 670,513 BRADLEY & BRADLEY ARCHITECT 46,808 BROSHOUS, LINDA 8,400 CDW.G GOVERNMENT INC 8,977

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Orange Chicken Stir Fry

The not so skinny cook Halloween is a memory, and we are impatiently awaiting the end of the election (I am so tired of ads and calls and how much money is being spent I could scream) and maybe the beginning of the insanity of the end of the year. I love these crisp days, and when the sun shines, it is glorious. This week’s recipes have a little of that and a little of this—I think there might be a broccoli theme in here somewhere. The first recipe is for a cabbage salad that has an interesting lime and honey dressing. You can make your own slaw with cabbage and shredded carrots, but the bagged one is so much easier. If you are like me, you don’t have extra cabbage left when you are using the bagged mix. I shred radishes on my small hand shredded, and it works great. Try this interesting cabbage slaw with any pork dish, and it is great.

Cabbage Salad

Dressing: ¼ C. fresh lime juice 3 T. olive oil 1 T. honey Salt and pepper to taste 1 bag coleslaw mix (14 oz.) 3 large shredded radishes 1 avocado, dices ¼ C. sliced green onions Whisk together lime juice, oil and honey; season with salt and pepper. Toss the coleslaw mix, radishes, avocado, green onions with dressing; season with salt and pepper I am into stir fry recipes these days, and the next two use chicken and beef as the main dish ingredient. The second one has a hot pepper in it, and you can drop that if peppers aren’t your favorite. Use some pepper flakes instead if you need a little heat. Enjoy these fast main dishes for a change before we get all wrapped up in turkey and things.

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5 T. olive oil, divided 1 medium red pepper, seeded and chopped 1 small red onion, chopped 1 C. sliced carrots ½ lb. fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into ½ inch thick strips ¼ C. cornstarch ¼ C. chicken broth ¼ C. orange marmalade 1 T. Worcestershire sauce 1 t. ground ginger ¾ t. garlic powder In a large nonstick saucepan. heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium high heat. Add the pepper, onion, and carrot; cook for 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium. Add green beans; cover and cook, stirring occasionally until vegetables are tender, about10 minutes. Remove from pan. In a large bowl, toss together the chicken and cornstarch until coated. Increase the heat to high, add remaining 4 tablespoons of oil to the pan. Add chicken and cook until browned and meat thermometer in thickest portion registers 165, about 8 minutes. Return vegetable mixture to pan. Add broth, marmalade, Worcestershire, ginger and garlic; cook until sauce is slightly thickened, about 1 minute. Serve over hot cooked rice.

Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

12 oz. Spaghetti 3 T. sesame oil 1/3 C. low sodium soy sauce 2 T. sugar 2 T. rice vinegar 4 garlic cloves, minced 1¼ lbs. sirloin steak, sliced thinly against the grain 1 t. cornstarch 4 T. oil 1 head broccoli, cut into small florets 1 can (8 oz.) sliced water chestnuts 1 chile pepper halved and thinly sliced 3 green onions, thinly sliced Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook as the label directs Drain and transfer to a bowl and toss with 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Mix the soy sauce, sugar, vinegar, garlic and remaining sesame oil and ¼ cup water in a small bowl. Toss 3 tablespoons of the mixture with the beef in a medium bowl. Whisk the cornstarch into the remaining soy

sauce mixture. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the broccoli and let brown on the bottom, about 1½ minutes. Toss and continue cooking, tossing occasionally until bright green, about 3-5 minutes. Season lightly with salt. Remove to a baking sheet. Add another tablespoon of oil to the skillet and heat until shimmering, Add half the meat and let brown on the bottom for 30 seconds. Place on baking sheet; repeat with rest of the beef including the rest of the oil. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the water chestnuts and the chile to the skillet and toss just to heat. Stir in the soy sauce-cornstarch mixture. Add to the skillet and bring to a simmer. Add the broccoli and meat with any juices to the skillet and toss to coat and heat through, about 1 minute. Serve over the pasta and top with green onions. Since apples are in abundance this time of year, this recipe is an easy one to make. It doesn’t have many ingredients, so it is easy to put together.

a brownie mix. Enjoy these gooey and smooth. Spread onto cookie laytreats when you need a chocolate fix. er. Freeze until caramel is set, about minutes. In a small saucepan, Chocolate Caramel Candy 30 cook chocolate and butter over low Bar Brownies heat, stirring constantly, until melt1 box (18.4 oz.) brownie mix ed and smooth. Spread chocolate 2 eggs onto caramel layer; top with chopped ½ C. oil Twix bars. Refrigerate until choco½ C. water late is set, about 30 minutes. Using 1 pkg. (10 oz.) shortbread cookies excess parchment as handles, remove 5 oz. cream cheese, softened from pan before cutting bars. Sprin½ C. sugar kle with chopped candy bars. 1 pkg. (11 oz.) soft caramels The trick or treaters were really 2 T. milk cute. I didn’t have quite as many 3 (4 oz.) bars semisweet chocolate, as last year, but we still had severchopped al hundred of the little ghosts and 2 T. unsalted butter goblins, princesses, sports figures, 1 pkg. (8.7 oz.) Twix action figures, and many more. The Candy bars chopped most original and cutest was one Preheat the oven to 350. Spray a that was a stick of dynamite. Al9 x 13 baking dish with baking spray most to a fault they were polite and with flour. Line pan with parchment thanked us as they collected their paper, letting excess extend over the candy. Once again, the Village of sides of the pan. Lena and the Lena Fire Department In a large bowl, stir together the provided extra help on Mason and brownie mix, eggs, oil, and ¼ cup of Oak Streets. We still had some peowater until well combined. Spread ple who raced down Mason Street, batter into prepared pan. and I always breathe a sigh of relief Bake until just set, 15-20 minutes. when the night is over. Thank you to cool completely. Position oven those adults who manned the streets Apple and Brown Butter Let rack in top third of oven; leave oven to keep our children safe. (I need Blondies on. to start lobbying for more lights on 1¼ C. butter In the bowl of a food processor, our very dark streets.) We continue 2 C. flour pulse together the shortbread cook- to look for some apple, squash, and 1 t. baking powder ies, cream cheese, and sugar until pork recipes as well as Thanksgiving 1 t. cinnamon well combined. Press mixture on top recipes. If you would like to share, ¼ t. salt of cooled brownie layer; bake for 8 please send them in. You can con1 C. sugar minutes. tact us in person, by mail, or email us 1 C. packed brown sugar In a medium saucepan, cook car- at From Lena’s Kitchens, Shopper’s 2 eggs amels and milk over medium low Guide at 213 S. Center St. or email 3 medium apples, peeled, cored, heat, stirring frequently until melted scoopshopper@rvpublishing.com. and diced Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat until light brown, then pour into a large bowl. Cover and chill 30 minutes, stirring once. Preheat the oven to 350. Lightly Stephenson County Fair Associa- to reach that goal.” grease a 9 x 13 baking dish. Tessendorf attended Arizona State tion (SCFA) announces and welcomes Whisk together the flour, baking Lori Tessendorf as Executive Manager. University in Phoenix where she powder, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl. Tessendorf is responsible for maintain- earned a BS in Marketing. Prior to In another bowl, beat together the ing, growing, planning, promoting and joining SCFA, Tessendorf was a 4-H browned butter, sugar, brown sugar, directing all phases of the Stephenson Program Coordinator for University and eggs with an electric mixer un- County Fair. She will also serve as li- of Illinois for nine years. Tessendorf til smooth and creamy. Beat in flour aison between the Stephenson Coun- has also held positions as Corporate mixture until well combined. Fold ty Fair Board and other agencies and Accounts Director with Seaga Manin apples, then spread batter evenly businesses locally as well as nationally. ufacturing, Sales Representative with in prepared baking dish. Bake until “We are excited to add Lori to our Hormel Foods, and OEM Account a toothpick inserted into the center team. She brings a sales and marketing Specialist with Honeywell, Inc. comes out with most crumbs cling- background and commitment to excelFor more information about the Steing, about 45 minutes. Transfer pan lence,” said Kim Meier, Board Vice phenson County Fair and other events, to a wire rack to cool. President. “Our commitment is to pro- visit the website at www.stephensonIf you like caramel and chocolate, vide exceptional events to our patrons countyfair.org or contact Lori at 815these brownies are for you. It is easy and Lori’s background along with her 235-2918 or info@stephensoncountyon preparation because you start with 4-H and fair experience will allow us fair.org

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Attorney General Madigan releases Annual Holiday Safe Shopping Guide Madigan’s final guide details dangerous children’s products of 2018 Attorney General Lisa Madigan today released her 11th Annual Safe Shopping Guide highlighting hazardous toys, children’s products and household items that have been recalled over the past year to help Illinois families ensure a safe holiday shopping season. Madigan’s 2018 Safe Shopping Guide includes detailed descriptions

and photographs of children’s products recalled in the last year – from popular children’s toys and games that pose choking hazards to children’s furniture and playsets that pose entrapment or falling risks. Since January, there have been 41 recalls of children’s products by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This easy-to-use resource can help families avoid purchasing recalled products on the

second-hand market and deal with items that may already be in their homes. “The Safe Shopping Guide has proven to be a valuable resource for countless Illinois parents and caregivers to make sure their homes are free of unsafe toys and products,” Madigan said. “I am confident it will continue to be a go-to guide for families across the state.” This year, some of the products

Have you begun your Christmas shopping? “What should I get Grandma or Aunt Betsy, my sister or my daughter? What should I give to the babysitter or my dear friend? They already have everything they need or they just go out and buy it themselves. And Aunt Kathy lives so far away.” You’ve said these words before. You know you have. Why make gift

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1995 DODGE RAM 1500, 4WD, 8’ box, 177K miles, one owner, runs good but needs a little work. $1200. Call or text 262-758-2089.

Lena 1BDR lower level, garden apt. No smoking. AVAILABLE NOW. $450/mo. w/utilities. 815821-5875

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CHRISTMAS TREE 7ft. tall, very full and like new. $30 OBO 815369-5326

SPACE FOR RENT Looking for a unique location to house/promote your business? Have you considered an efficient/great location that can accomodate all of your customers & their needs? Visit our Winslow Business Complex located at 501 School St., Winslow, IL to see if our business/office space will meet your needs. Contact Winslow Village Clerk 815-766-0768 with any lease questions or if interested.

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1997 Ford F150 Four wheel drive, 157k, manual transmission, 4.6L V8. Runs great. $3,400 608931-7032

Sports/Classic Cars

GET UP TO $500 for your unwanted junk truck, running or not, will haul away 7 days a week. 262-758-1807.

1978 CHEVY ELCAMINO 305 CU, auto. Firm $3,500. 262-7192168.

18FT. LUND DEEP V on 18 ft. Easy Loader Trailer, newer tires & bearings. Convertible top, mooring cover, all set up for Lake Michigan. Very clean. Many amenities. $4,900. 847-922-6341.

2000 TOYOTA CAMRY 6 cyl., one owner, 74,000 mi., $4,600 630-363-0600

2005 BENTLEY 240 CRUISE 60 HP, Bigfoot Mercury Outboard, with 2006 Trailmaster tandem axle trailer. $11,000 OBO. 4500 lbs. shore station lift with canapy and electric motor. New in 2015. $7,500 OBO. 630-209-9415.

2013 NISSAN ALTIMA SV 129,000 mi., $6,800. Bike rack hitch, clean, 262-308-0874. 2015 NISSAN ALTIMA S 50K miles, Burllington/Waterford area. $11,500 or best offer. Great car for the price! Call or text 608-9219750.

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Other Automotive 4 - 18 IN ALUMINUM ALLOY WHEELS. Brand new, off 2019 INFINITI. 847-629-5340. $300.

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1998 BUICK LESABRE CUSTOM 78,100 orig. mi., car fax, V6/ 3.8 liter, automatic, 4 door, power windows/brakes/seats, very good condition, excellent runner. $3,800. 262-895-3404.

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1990 CHEVY SCOTTSDALE 1/2 TON 4.3 L, V-6, decent tires, excellent body except one fender, well maintained, $3,300. 262-6422188.

1990 GMC 1/2 TON 4 wheel drive. A/C, power windows - $1800/ OBO. Call 608-921-4012

WELLSCARGO 22’ AUTOWAGON Trailer. $6,000 OBO. 224518-6491.

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‘09 CHRYSLER VAN T/C TOURING 110K, excellent cond. Elderly owned. $6,900 312-925-5056.

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River Ridge-Scales Mound Girls preseason outlook By Trent Scheidegger REPORTER

The Wildcats are back in action as the River Ridge-Scales Mound girls have opened their basketball season. After finishing the 2017-2018 season with a record of 12-16 and falling to Lena-Winslow in the IHSA Quarterfinals, the Wildcats look to build off that as they head into the 2018-19 season. Head Coach Dave Wiegel will be leading the Wildcats for his 7th season, holding a career record of 83-87, he will look to get that record above .500 during the upcoming year. Despite finishing 5-7 in the NUICWest conference last year, and losing 3 All Conference honorable mention starters, the Wildcats have a lot to look forward to. Returning Senior Tabria Thomas was a 2nd team all-conference selection back in 2016 and worked her way up to a first team All-Conference selection at Forward for the 2017 season. Reese Miller also returns after earning a second team All-Conference

selection last season. Thomas and Miller will lead the way as this year’s captains for the Wildcats. The Wildcats return four other Letter Winners in Maddi Frey, Trinity Law, Kara Conklin, and Desaray Bordner. To add on they have some promising Juniors who will provide some size for the Wildcats in Claire Wienen 5’6”, Sara Miller 5’10, and Destiny Schwarz at 5’9”. Head Coach Dave Wiegel expects a very competitive conference once again. Wiegel says “It seems every year the Conference graduates great talent, just to be filled by more great talent.” Wiegel says the Wildcats “Will need to rebound, limit turnovers, and outwork our opponents if we want to be competitive.” After opening their season with a 51-35 win over Fulton and competing in the Dakota Tournament, the Wildcats will look to get back into the swing of the regular season as they travel to Warren on Wednesday, Nov. 28.

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River Ridge Honor Rolls – Quarter One River Ridge Middle School 1st Quarter Honor Roll 4.00+ Tavian Bryan, Dawson Kloss, Lauren Kloss, Emily Wurster, Addison Albrecht, Kathryne Cobine, Graci Vanderheyden 3.50 - 3.999 Camdyn Bauer, Philip Glenn, Jamie Schnitzler, Celia Turner, Torey Winter, Millicent Boden, Cora Boop, Avery Engle, Morgan Flynn, Lynnea Groezinger, Arthur Horn, Matthew Johnson, Jack Middendorf, Micaela Miller, Amie Richmond, Benjamin Richmond, Evelyn Walters, George Winter, David

Buck, Kelly Chapman, Kayla Diehl, Brynn Fry, Laiken Haas, Nathan Haas, Isabella Haring, Ian Spangler, Wendy Weimerskirk 3.00 – 3.499 Heaven Brotherton, Sophie Buck, Dylan Diehl, Cora Dittmar, Sadie Fry, Ethan Gonzalez, Sam Grzeslo, Faith Hartman, Nicholas Schnitzler, Emma Smallwood, Macey Fulton, Dolan Geerts, Tyson Heidenreich, Lucas Holland, Katherine Leonard, Gwendoline Miller, Kristina Rodgers, Ty Spahn, Oliva Havens, Ian Wachter, Joseph Winter River Ridge High School - 1st

Quarter Honor Roll 4.00+ Breya Christopher, Benjamin Crist, Kamron Kiley, Lazime Limani, Wyatt Potter, Allison Sollars, Lydia Groezinger, Madeline Klippert, Julianna Kuzniar, Andrew Merkle,Tayden Patterson, Joseph Tippett, Kathryn Walters, Bryton Engle, Livia Haas, Mary Scott, Libbey Shellenberger, Margaret Cahill, Ashley Carroll, Kali Crusilla, Fallon Miller, Leanna Scott Drew Kloss, Me3.50 - 3.999 gan Ludwig, Bennett Reese, Parker Reese, Jacob Speer, Mary Frances

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This holiday season, will you be among 83 percent of consumers who plan to do some portion of their holiday shopping at a small, independently owned retailer or restaurant? These types of businesses are what keep our small communities thriving. Up and down rural main streets, shopkeepers are readying their stores for the season. They welcome shoppers from their communities and those who are just visiting. Business owners are even stocking rolls of wrapping paper to provide added value when you spend your money with a local retailer. In support, shop local events are popping up across America. One such celebration in Fremont, Nebraska, is planned hour by hour and block by block. Participating store owners

Saturday - Sunday December 1 and 2, 2018 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

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6 pm. Near the circle parking lot. Join us for caroling & win a chance to light the tree.

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Ad Sponsored By: Stephenson Service Co, Jo-Carroll Energy, Take a selfie with Merry the elf, when you find her. Post it to our Facebook page & win! Elizabeth Gargage Inc, Greater craft Fair 9 am 3 pm. Bishop’s Busy Big Store. E Galena Marketing Inc, Midwest CEMB Medical Center, Three Elizabeth’s Santa's Visit & "Letter Day" Guest House, The View Motel, The 10 am - 1 pm. Chicago Great Western Railway Depot. FREE Woodbine Bend, Country Financial Childrens’ name, address and telephone numbers should be included on letters to Santa. TROLLEY Robert Dittmar Agent, Three Sisters rides Christmas CRAFTS 10 am - 2 pm. Bishop’s Busy Big Store. 1 per child. Sweet Shoppe, Dittmar Farms 10 am - 3 pm. Build a “gingerbread” house. Sponsored by The Three Elizabeths Guest House. & Orchard, Elizabeth Historical Create a Christmas ornament. Sponsored by Midwest Medical Center. Society, Illinois Bank & Trust, Apple Stops at River State Bank, O’Connor, Brooks Train Depot, Soup & Baked Goods Sale 10 am - 2 pm. Bishop’s Busy Big Store. & Co, Medical Associates, Jug’s Apple River Presented by Trinity Lutheran Church & St. Paul Lutheran Church. Main Street Tap, Village Treasures, Fort & Christmas Tree contest 10 am - 3 pm. Bishop’s Busy Big Store. The Galena Gazette, Cajun Jack’s downtown Bar & Grill, Common Cents Resale, Elizabeth! apple river Fort Christmas 10 am - 3 pm. Step back in time to the reconstructed Apple River Fort, where historical interpreters in 1830s Tri-State Porta Potty, The Clothes clothing will portray Christmas as it was celebrated then. Bin & Gift Shop, McCoy Insurance Nathan Walters Agent, The Country santa dash Registration: 11:30 am. Race: Noon. Experience, E-Town Coffee & Bishop’s Busy Big Store. $5 entry fee. Donation to benefit The Community of Christians. Cork, Small Town Saloon, Primary Mrs. Claus' Story Time 12:30 - 1:30 pm. Bishop’s Busy Big Store. Contractors Inc., Simply Be Massage NDA & Wellness, Jane Marie Boutique, Safe Haven Humane Society, annual ecumenical christmas CONCERT 2 pm. Everyone welcome! Hoskin’s Building Center E B D

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are giving away treats, cider, and cocoa; hosting live music; and holding drawings. The event will be held on Nov. 24, which is Small Business Saturday, a holiday that began nine years ago promoting #ShopSmall. Small Business Saturday has a positive impact on communities, according to 97 percent of consumers who plan to shop small on that day, found in a report by the National Federation of Independent Businesses. That proves main street businesses are an important part of our life in rural America. I am part of the 9 in 10, or 91 percent, of consumers who believe it’s more important than ever to support small businesses this holiday season. Are you? During this holiday season, and year round, #ShopSmall. Support your community, your friends, and your way of life. When local businesses succeed, we all win.

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A Holiday Affair

Tracey, Laura Wills, Brianna Boop, Patrick Cahill, Derek Lehman, Madison Stulc, Xavier Bryan, Gretta Dittmar, Julia Finazzo, Riley Finn, Kaitlin Kilgore, Danae Kloss, Emma Kloss, Sarah Pratt, Caleb Rhodes, Charlie Schnitzler, Conner Tippett, Caden Albrecht, Brian Cahill, Kari Conklin, Bethany Diederich, Erica Doms, Dominic Geerts, Amber Hupperich, Olivia Leonard, Ajdar Limani, Avri Miller, Steven Moris, Ann

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. Light refreshments will follow. Come early to get a good seat!

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