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River Ridge captures first ever playoff win

By Trenten Scheidegger SPORTS WRITER

The River Ridge Wildcats have found some success after making the move to eight-man football. The Wildcats finished their regular season with a 6-3 overall record, which earned them the three seed in the I8FA playoff bracket. The six wins are the most the River Ridge Wildcats have ever gotten in a regular season. They were set up to face off with the ten seed in the 2-7 North Fulton squad. This round one matchup was a big one for the team and the surrounding community, as the River Ridge Wildcats were hosting their first ever home playoff game. Not only that, but they were looking to be the first River Ridge team to get a playoff win in the school’s history.

Things got off to a bit of a slow start for the Wildcats as Joseph Diaz took in an eleven yard touchdown run, but they missed the two-point conversion giving them just a six point lead early on.

The score would remain 6-0 through the end of the first quarter.

They began the second quarter inside the North Fulton red zone. Caleb Rhodes was able to take a pitch into the end zone, but it was called back due to a holding penalty. The very

next play Bryton Engle was able to redeem him, however, as he ran a read option into the left side of the end zone from fifteen yards out. The score put them up 12-0 with just over ten minutes in the second quarter as they missed another two-point conversion.

The River Ridge defense proved strong once again, and after forcing another North Fulton punt they gave their offense the ball at their own twenty-five-yard line. The Wildcats made quick work of it as they handed it off to Rhodes and before you knew it, he was off to the races for a 75yard touchdown run. The big score gave them a 20-0 lead with just under six minutes remaining in the half.

On the next Fulton North Drive, Diaz was able to get into the backfield and force a fumble which wound up being recovered by Andrew Pratt to give the Wildcats the ball once again.

Following a big run by Diaz, Engle was able to make a nice cut and run it in from just over twenty yards out to put his team up 26-0. It was Engle’s second score of the quarter.

On the ensuing kickoff the Wildcats were able to recover the ball, giving their offense yet another opportunity to score. With the ball in North Fulton territory, it didn’t take

long for River Ridge to score as Engle took a read option 47 yards as he went for the hat trick with his third rushing touchdown in the second quarter alone. The Wildcats put up their third score in just under three

minutes as they went up 34-0 with just over four minutes left in the half.

The score would remain the same until the third quarter.

The River Ridge defense was able to force another punt on North Ful-

ton’s first drive of the second half.

With their eyes on forcing the running clock, Rhodes was able to break multiple tackles as he broke free for a

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Jo Daviess Community Foundation to host annual fall event

The Jo Daviess County Community Foundation invites the community to attend our annual fall event. This year’s event, Our County by the Numbers features a presentation by Bridgette Stocks of Fehr-Graham Engineering & Environmental.

You’ll learn about the needs and challenges impacting Jo Daviess County through a presentation utilizing demographic and socioeconomic data in a cooperative way to illustrate the specific needs of our County.

The event takes place on Thursday, Nov. 7 at 6 p.m. at Woodbine Bend. Light appetizers and drinks provided by First Community Bank.

To RSVP call Jennifer at 563-663-6945 or online at www.cfjodaviess. org.

The Community Foundation of Jo Daviess County fosters giving and invests in communities in Northwest Illinois. At the Community Foundation of Jo Daviess County, we strengthen the communities in our county by inspiring community members to give, making grants to strengthen nonprofits, and investing in long-term community initiatives.

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College Concert Band and Orchestra will hold their fall concert at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8 in the Fine Arts Theatre in the Ferguson Fine Arts Center, 2998 W. Pearl City Rd., Freeport, Ill. The Concert Band is conducted by Scott Stich and features the music of Kabalevsky, Holst, Whitacre, Aretha Franklin, and Alfred Reed.

“We are excited for this year because the Highland String Orchestra and the Highland Concert Band Chamber Ensemble with percussion are working together to make the Highland Symphony Orchestra,” Stich said.

The Orchestra is conducted

by Brandon Lamm, featuring the music of Tschaikowsky, Mussorgsky, Gounod, Dukas, and Saen-Saint. The Symphony Orchestra will feature the music of Copland and Stravinsky.

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Capitol recap

By Capitol News Illinois Illinois Supreme Court Justice Lloyd Karmeier tendered notice this week he will resign his seat on the bench effective Dec. 6. 2020.

“It has been a privilege serving the people of Illinois,” he wrote in his letter, dated Oct. 29.

His three-year term as chief justice of the state’s highest court concluded Oct. 25. Chief Justice Anne Burke succeeded him as head of the court beginning the following day, and according to a spokesperson, Karmeier has requested his seat be filled by election, rather than appointment.

In an interview with Illinois Channel, he said he would not “run again considering my age.”

“I will, after I step down as chief and during this process, I will be making a decision as to whether I will finish my term, which would be in 2024, or allow someone younger,” he said in the late-September interview. “I’m 79 years old and if I stay I’d be 84 when the term ends. I don’t want to be on the court when someone might question whether or not I’m as strong or as alert or able to do the job. I’d rather go out when I think I’m still at the top of my game.”

The justice was first elected to the Supreme Court in 2004. That election, at the time, set a record as the most expensive judicial election in the country. He successfully won retention 10 years later.

During his time leading the court as chief, he helped secure its first budget increase in six years this spring. The branch will receive just more than $405 million from the state’s main checking account, a bump of about $60.5 million. That money will be used in part to alleviate costs paid by local governments for probation, court officials said.

Karmeier also reformed the Judicial Conference, which released what he called a “blueprint for the (court’s) future” at the beginning of October. It is a three-year plan that outlines a mission statement, vision edict and five core values meant to address issues affecting the branch and those who interact with it.

One of his other initiatives was continuing the Supreme Court’s tradition of “riding the circuit” about once per year. The seven justices travel to a different institution of higher education to conduct oral arguments. Students of all ages are encouraged to attend in an effort to elevate the profile of a branch of government that often does not get the same kind of publicity as the legislative or executive branches. *** COLLEGE ATHLETES: A bill allowing college athletes in Illinois to be paid for the use of their image, name and likeness passed the state House Wednesday, Oct. 30, with broad bipartisan support after lengthy debate.

Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, pushed ahead with House Bill 3904 despite a Tuesday announcement from the NCAA – the association which oversees most intercollegiate athletics – which said it would “start the process” of changing its rules to allow athletes to profit from their name and likeness.

During floor debate, Welch called the NCAA statement a “PR stunt” which “completely lacks substance.”

“Our bill has substance. Theirs is just a recommendation,” he said.

In its release, the NCAA said it directed each of its three athletic divisions to “immediately consider updates to relevant bylaws and policies for the 21st century.”

The board asked each division to create any new rules no later than January 2021, but it is not yet clear how or when those changes will be implemented.

Welch’s bill would allow collegiate athletes to be paid for the use of their name and likeness and would prohibit the NCAA from punishing students who take part in the payment or the universities they attend.

It would not allow for payment of salaries by universities.

“This is the right thing to do today, because it’s about equity and fairness,” Welch said, also calling the bill an “economic tool” for Illinois universities.

During floor debate, Welch took more than an hour of questioning from supporters and opponents of the bill, with many calling for greater discussion of protections of athletes and added language prohibiting unseemly endorsements, such as those from gambling companies. Welch committed to discussing follow-up legislation before his bill’s implementation in 2023.

Rep. Jeff Keicher, a Sycamore Republican who voted against the bill in committee, voted in favor of the measure on the floor. He questioned whether it would prioritize athletics over academics at the collegiate level.

But Rep. Steve Reick, a Woodstock Republican, said the NCAA essentially serves as an “unpaid minor league system” for pro sports. He said prohibiting students from profiting from their likeness outside of the sports arena is “a little crazy,” and he voted for the bill.

“If you get recruited to play quarterback at the University of Alabama, Clemson, University of Georgia, … you’re going there to further your education as a football player. Let’s not pretend, let’s not put some sort of a cover over this,” he said.

The bill passed 86-25 with three present votes and will head to the Senate for further consideration

when the General Assembly returns for the final three days of the veto session beginning Nov. 12. *** ETHYLENE OXIDE: A strict ethylene oxide regulatory bill passed the state House Wednesday, Oct. 30, with no votes to spare and promises of further discussion and potential amendments in the Senate.

Just one Republican, Rep. David McSweeney of Barrington Hills, joined 59 Democrats in voting for House Bill 3888, while 47 lawmakers voted against it and four voted “present.” The present votes were from Democrats Curtis Tarver of Chicago and Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez of Cicero, and Republicans Deanne Mazzochi of Elmhurst and Jim Durkin of Western Springs.

Mazzochi and Durkin were two of the leading voices on a pair of ethylene oxide bills that passed in May. Those bills, Senate Bills 1852 and 1854, provide what Republicans and Democrats have called the strictest regulations in the nation when it comes to ethylene oxide, a known cancer-causing gas used in medical supply sterilization and manufacturing processes.

They were also leading voices against Sterigenics, a medical supply sterilization company that decided to leave the Willowbrook area earlier this year amid public outcry resulting from news of increased cancer risk in the area surrounding it.

In floor debate of Mayfield’s bill Wednesday, she said the expected Senate sponsor is state Sen. John Curran, a Downers Grove Republican. He was also a leader in the effort to shut down Sterigenics and pass the regulatory bills earlier this year.

Mayfield said further debate and potential amendments to her bill were possible in the Senate, but she did not want any amendments to violate the “spirit of the law.” That spirit, she said, is not to shut down any facilities, but to move ethylene oxide use away from areas with many people.

As it stands now, the bill would phase out the use of ethylene oxide except in sparsely-populated locations in the state, and facilities in those areas would have to limit their emissions to 30 total pounds annually by 2021.

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The Senate can take up the measure when the General Assembly returns on Nov.12, and Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s office has said he will sign it should it pass both chambers. *** FLAVORED TOBACCO PRODUCTS: Legislation banning retailers from selling flavored nicotine products in Illinois will likely come before lawmakers in mid-November, its sponsor said Tuesday, Oct. 29, after a preliminary hearing.

Senate President John Cullerton’s “Flavored Tobacco Ban Act” bill is one of six pending in the General Assembly that would ban flavored products including cigarettes and electronic vaping pods. The Chicago Democrat’s bill, however, has the highest-profile backing.

His measure would place a wholesale moratorium on the sale of any product made from or containing tobacco with a flavor added, and is targeted at restricting minors’ access to such goods, according to a news release.

One of the stakeholders who testified before state senators about Cullerton’s bill was Ruby Johnson, an activist with Parents Against Vaping E-Cigarettes. The oldest of her seven children was hospitalized with a lung-related illness resulting from vaping.

She said she favors curbing access to flavored tobacco products because “our kids’ health and safety isn’t a fight we can afford to walk away from.”

In Illinois, more than 150 people have been sickened with lung injuries resulting from the inhalation of chemicals from vaping, according to the state’s Department of Public Health. Two Illinoisans have died.

Cullerton said he was using the testimony “to decide what to do.”

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fully pushed for the Tobacco 21 law, a cigarette tax increase, a new tax on e-cigarettes and the Smoke Free Illinois Act. “It’s a big bill. There’s no state in the nation that has passed it, but there are states that have gone after the vaping industry,” the Senate president said. *** SMOKE FREE ILLINOIS: A bill looping electronic cigarettes into the Smoke Free Illinois Act passed the Senate on Tuesday, Oct. 29.

Sponsored by Indian Creek Democratic Sen. Terry Link, the measure includes vapes, e-cigars, e-hookahs and other such devices in the existing ban on smoking inside and within 15 feet of the entrance to a building.

“It’s only fair that we treat these products the same way we treat cigarettes,” Link said in a news release.

“It’s still unclear what the health effects of these devices are and people shouldn’t be forced to be exposed to them in public places if they don’t want to.”

According to the Illinois Department of Public Health, more than 150 people have been sickened with lung injuries resulting from the first-hand inhalation of chemicals from vaping.

Two Illinois residents have died.

The legislation, Senate Bill 1864, passed by a vote of 41-11. It received bipartisan support.

Democratic Rep. Ann Williams, from Chicago, is the House sponsor.

It is unclear when it will receive a committee hearing or receive consideration by the full chamber. *** INSULIN PRICES: Many Illinoisans who suffer from Type 1 diabetes would see a significant reduction in their out-of-pocket costs for prescription insulin under a bill that cleared the state Senate on Tuesday, Oct. 29.

An amendment to Senate Bill 667, sponsored by Sen. Andy Manar, D-Bunker Hill, would cap the price for a 30-day supply of insulin at $100 for people covered under certain kinds of insurance policies. The bill also directs the attorney general to investigate why insulin prices have

been rising sharply in recent years.

“Illinois families deserve to have the peace of mind that comes with knowing their loved ones do not have to choose between putting food on the table and buying their prescription medication,” Manar said in a statement after the Senate vote. “The Senate just took a step toward making that a reality.”

On the Senate floor, Manar spoke of one constituent he represents who pays more than $500 a month for insulin.

The bill would apply only to insurance plans that are regulated by the state. Those generally include plans offered by small employers, as well as public plans like the state employee health program. It would not apply to plans offered by large employers that are governed by the federal Employee Retirement Income Security Act, or ERISA, which account for the vast majority of insurance policies in Illinois.

The bill also would not limit how much drug companies can charge for insulin. Rather, it would force insurance companies that would be covered by the new law to pick up a larger share of the cost.

The bill passed by a vote of 48-7.

It now moves to the House. *** STUDENT VOTING: Senate Bill 1970, carried in the House by Rep. Nicholas Smith, D-Chicago, and approved Tuesday, Oct. 29, will give high school students who are of age and eligible to vote a two-hour window on election day or 15 days prior to leave school to vote in an election.

The bill provides the school may specify the hours in which the student may be absent, and ensures that voting absences will not count against enrollment calculations pertaining to the allotment of school funding.

“We want to encourage our young people to be engaged in civics,” Smith said during floor debate. “…

Here is an opportunity for them to band together, leave school for a couple hours just like people do when they are at work, and go vote and return to school.”

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The bill passed 74-40 in the House after Smith faced questioning from Republicans.

Rep. Mark Batinick, R-Plainfield, said the bill “coddles” students, who should have ample time to vote with access to mail-in ballots, early voting and polls which close several hours after most school days end. He also questioned why the bill does not require students to prove they actually voted, as opposed to just skipping class.

Smith said there are ways to prove participation in the election, such as receiving stickers at the polls, but there is no requirement for them in the bill.

“We’ll leave that to the schools themselves,” he said. “… This is another tool in the tool box for our young people to vote.”

The bill passed the Senate by a 4010 vote on April 10 and will become law if signed by the governor. *** LICENSE SUSPENSIONS: Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, passed Senate Bill 1786 through the House on Tuesday, Oct. 29, removing from state law several non-driving-related instances that would lead to a driver’s license suspension. Those currently facing suspensions would have them lifted if the bill becomes law.

“The driver’s license suspension is a draconian debt collection tool,” Ammons said in floor debate.

Ammons said those who owe money from traffic tickets will still have to pay it, but they cannot face

a license suspension because of the debt. She said a driver’s license is often a requirement for employers, and those facing suspension for being unable to pay fines are often unable to work because of the suspension.

The Illinois secretary of state’s office favors the bill, she added The bill removes suspensions for failing to pay: more than 10 parking tickets, more than 5 toll violations, or due taxes or fees to the Illinois Commerce Commission. It also removes them for theft of motor fuel.

All other penalties pertaining to the offenses will remain, outside of the driver’s license suspensions.

The bill passed the House 88-27 Tuesday and will take effect July 1, 2020, if signed by the governor. It passed the Senate 38-10 on March 28. *** CLEAN ENERGY JOBS ACT: Hundreds of clean energy advocates gathered Tuesday, Oct. 29, at the Capitol to show support for the Clean Energy Jobs Act, a carbon-cutting reform package that has stalled at the state government level amid ongoing federal investigations.

Those in attendance were part of the Illinois Clean Jobs Coalition, which is made up of hundreds of environmental groups, health care professionals, environmental justice activists, businesses and community leaders, consumer advocates, labor unions, and faith-based organizations.

The group warned of a “full cli-

USDA establishes domestic hemp production program U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue today announced the establishment of the U.S. Domestic Hemp Production Program. This program, as required by the 2018 Farm Bill, creates a consistent regulatory framework around hemp production throughout the United States.

“At USDA, we are always excited when there are new economic opportunities for our farmers, and we hope the ability to grow hemp will pave the way for new products and markets,” said Secretary Perdue. “We have had teams operating with all hands-on-deck to develop a regulatory framework that meets Congressional intent while seeking to provide a fair, consistent, and science-based process for states, tribes, and individual producers who want to participate in this program.”

Background: Later this week, an interim final

rule formalizing the program will be published in the Federal Register that will allow hemp to be grown under federally-approved plans and make hemp producers eligible for a number of agricultural programs.

The rule includes provisions for the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to approve hemp production plans developed by states and Indian tribes including: requirements for maintaining information on the land where hemp is produced; testing the levels of delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol; disposing of plants not meeting necessary requirements; and licensing requirements. It also establishes a federal plan for hemp producers in states or territories of Indian tribes that do not have their own approved hemp production plan.

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USDA also developed guidelines for sampling and testing procedures that are being issued concurrently with this rule. These documents provide additional information for sampling agents and hemp testing laboratories.

More information about the provisions of the interim final rule is available on the U.S. Domestic Hemp Production Program web page on the Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) website.

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mate crisis” and held signs urging “CEJA NOW,” a reference to legislation contained in House Bill 3624 and Senate Bill 2132. The goal of those bills is to achieve 100 percent renewable electricity production in Illinois by 2050 and to create a carbon-free energy grid in the state by 2030.

Advocates said the Clean Energy Jobs Act would result in more than 40 million solar panels and 2,500 wind turbines, which is enough to power 4 million homes, being built in Illinois by 2030. It would also aim to electrify the state’s vehicle fleet among several other provisions.

But multiple aspects of the bill, including carbon cutting by 2030 and capacity procurement reforms in northern Illinois, would benefit Exelon, the parent company of ComEd, which is the largest electric utility in Illinois.

ComEd and multiple Statehouse regulars who have worked on behalf of the company have been the subject of FBI subpoenas pertaining to state government corruption in recent weeks. The investigations have fueled speculation that lawmakers would be unwilling to move any legislation forward that would benefit the company.

While several of the bills’ Democratic supporters spoke at the Capitol rally Tuesday, they did not give a legislative schedule update on a potential hearing for the bills, which continue to await committee assignments.

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Obituaries

ELLINOIR M. MUSSER Ellinoir M. Musser, age 93 of Stockton, IL passed away Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019 at Walnut Acres in Freeport.

She was born in Lena, IL on March 22, 1926 to the late Frederick and Frida (Lewin) Nickel. Ellinoir married Ora Musser on April 28, 1946. Ora passed away on April 25, 1990.

As a young girl, she had worked at Wadams Grove Hatchery. She then worked at Atwoods for 12 years and farmed with her husband.

Ellinoir enjoyed baking, canning and cooking.

She is survived by her sons, Brad (Kim) of Stockton, Bruce (Molly) of Stockton, Brent of Stockton, and Karl (Amy) of Stockton; her daughters, Karen (Richard) Schaible of Freeport, Kathy Musser of Savanna, Joan (Bob) McKinstrey of Nora, Brenda (Tim) Dayton of Stockton; her son-in-law, Jim Corp; her daughter-in-law, Marge Musser; her 21 grandchildren and several great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, daughter Jan Corp, son Brian Musser, three sisters, and eight brothers.

The visitation and funeral service were held on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2019 at Hermann Funeral Home in Stockton. Interment will take place at Ladies Union Cemetery in Stockton. A memorial fund has been established. Condolences may be shared at www.hermannfuneralhome.com.

LOIS VIRGINIA MAASS Lois Virginia Maass, 93, of Walworth, WI, formerly of Lena, IL, died Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019, at Golden Years in Walworth, WI. She was born on Oct. 5, 1926, in Lena to Albert & Effa (Uecker) Koppean.

She married the love of her life,

Alvin Herman Maass, on Oct. 6, 1946, in Lena. He passed away on Dec. 11, 1978.

Lois’ working life consisted of life on the farm, being a nurses’ aid at the Lena Hospital during her high school years, life on the farm after marrying Alvin, and then after moving to town in 1962, she was employed for 33 years at Noller’s Royal Blue. After retiring she used her time and talents doing lots of volunteer work. She was a lifelong member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Lena, and served for years as an organist, active with the St. John’s Women’s Society, many Bible Study groups, My Friend’s Closet, the Friendship Center & Meals on Wheels. She enjoyed sewing, gardening and playing the piano and organ.

Lois is survived by one daughter, Jean (Jerry) Katzenberger of Delavan, WI, four grandchildren, Jason Katzenberger of Darien, WI, Jeffrey (Jillian) Katzenberger of Delavan, WI, Mary Beth (Jason) Waychoff of Delavan, and Andrew (Janessa) Katzenberger of Madison, WI and great-grandchildren, Jason Katzenberger Jr., Troy Katzenberger, Jaelyn Katzenberger, Jenna Katzenberger, Lacey Waychoff and Sawyer Katzenberger and many dear friends and relatives.

She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, and infant sister, Marian.

Funeral services were held on Friday, Nov. 1, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Lena with Rev. Rick Bader officiating, with visitation until time of service. Burial will be in Lena Burial Park.

In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established in her memory for St. John’s Lutheran Church.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.leamonfh.com.

MICHAEL WILLIAM JANSSEN Michael William Janssen, age 36 of Shannon, IL passed away Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019 at Swedish American Hospital after a yearlong battle with cancer. He was born on April

19, 1983 in Freeport, IL to the late Norman and Cheryl (Kelchner) Janssen.

Michael was a graduate of Eastland High School. He was a member of Zion Community Church in Pearl City. Michael worked on the family farm and for Sloan Implement in Lanark for the last three years. He enjoyed farming, collecting toy tractors, and watching the Chicago Cubs.

He is survived by his children, Elizabeth and Brooklyn Janssen; his three brothers, Scott (Julie), David and Tim (Nicole Frampton); his sister, Rebekkah (Kevin) Gors. He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.

The funeral service was held on Thursday, Oct. 31, at Zion Community Church on Pearl City. There was a visitation on Wednesday, Oct. 30 also at the church. Interment will take place at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens in Freeport.

A memorial fund has been established. Condolences may be shared at www.hermannfuneralhome.com.

RONALD G. TOEPFER Ronald G. Toepfer, 85, of Apple River, IL, passed away surrounded by his family at the Williams Middleton VA Hospital in Madison, WI on Monday, Oct. 28, 2019. He was born on Oct. 2, 1934 in Wauwatosa, WI to Albert and Ruth (Leuzinger) Toepfer. Ronald was married to Margery Brandt, and together they had four children, then he married Farrada Toepfer, together they had one son, then he married Jane Lee on April 20, 1968 in Scales Mound at the United Methodist Church, together they had five children. Ronald served our country in the U.S. Army from 1954-1960. He was a sharp shooter, cook, and specialized in aircraft recognition. After his time in the U.S. Army, Ronald went on to enjoy many interests and accomplishments. He was Vice President of Package Production Inc, a Production Supervisor at Pasquali, and a partner in GBT where he designed and built articulated and oscillating

tractors. Ronald was an owner/operator of several small businesses, a maintenance supervisor at Galena Territories, and a cook at the DeSoto House, Memories in Nora, IL, and for Meals on Wheels. Ronald was truly a jack of all trades.

Ronald enjoyed photography, especially photographing nature and weddings. He loved target shooting, carpentry and airplanes; his favorite being the F-86 Sabre. He enjoyed listening to country music, dancing, and parties, but especially enjoyed spending time with his family.

Survived by his wife; Jane of Apple River, ten children; David (Mary) Toepfer of Pearl City, Brian (Judy) Toepfer of Freeport, Kevin Toepfer of Pearl City, Mark Toepfer of Pearl City, Jeff Toepfer of Illinois, Mary Jane (Luke) D’Angelo of Rockford, Shawn (Farrah) Toepfer of Loves Park, Dawn (Nick Field) Toepfer of Apple River, Ronda (J.R. Kingery) Toepfer of Gratiot, WI and Tim (Jessica) Toepfer of Apple River, grandchildren; Sarah (Luke), Zachary, Brittni (Allen), Jesse, Jade (Michael), Preston, Christian, Austin, Brady, Jared,Tarynn, Trista, and Thatcher, great grandchildren; Leo, Rylee, AJ, Lincoln, Maverick and one on the way, Adrian, a brother; Allan (Diane) Toepfer of Pensacola, FL., sisters-in-law; Inez Toepfer and Jean Toepfer.

He was preceded in death by his parents; grandson, Alex in 2016; his twin brother, Bob, and brothers Wayne and Ed Toepfer; a sister, Myrna Lee; and a sister in law, Barbara Toepfer.

Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 9, at the Scales Mound United Methodist Church in Scales Mound, IL, where military rites will be accorded.

A celebration of life will follow the services in the fellowship of the church.

Cremation rites have been accorded.

Pastor Libby Rutherford will officiate the services.

A memorial has been established in his name.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.leamonfh.com.

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Evangelical Free Church (Lena)

Veteran’s appreciation soup luncheon will be provided at the Evangelical Free Church of Lena on Sunday, Nov. 10 at noon. All Veteran’s and their families are welcome for lunch followed by Sean Huguenin, Veteran and FHN Chaplain speaking at the event. R.S.V.P. appreciated by contacting church office, 815-369-5591 or office@lenafreechurch.org.

First Presbyterian Church (Apple River)

The First Presbyterian Church of Apple River will be hosting the Peace Seekers for Gospel Night on Sunday, Nov 10, 7-8:30 p.m. These talented musicians, who enjoy singing, have been together and sharing their music with others for a number of years. Following the featured musicians the last portion of the evening is open to all those who enjoy jamming with other groups. All are invited to participate in the open mic jam. This will be the last Gospel Night for the rest of this year. For more information, please contact Pastor Kathy Linn 815-8585410 or Joyce Edge 815-594-2445.

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This beautiful quilt will be offered at Calvary United Methodist Church in Stockton on Saturday, Nov. 9 at their annual Bazaar. The hours will be from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Lunch will be available along with craft tables, baked goods, candy, caramel corn, produce and homemade jams and jellies. Available for lunch will be barbeque, brats, sandwiches, vegetable soup and potato salad along with pies and cakes.

The quilt is 96” x 98” (queen/king size) and is multicolored with blue predominating and gold trim. The theme is “Have a Little Faith” and is based on Bible stories and verses dealing with faith. 250 tickets are available at a donation of $5 each. The proceeds are going for the purchase of an AED (automatic external defibrillator) system for the church.

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Please join us for worship at Salem United Church of Christ, 8491 W. Salem Road, Lena, on Sunday, Nov. 10, at 10:30 a.m. Pastor Randal Nicholas’ sermon will be “3D Church” from the Old Testament scripture, Haggai 1:15-2:9.

The service will include recognizing the veterans of the congregation in honor of Veterans Day on Monday, Nov. 11.

Sunday School for all ages will begin at 9:30 a.m.

The Bookworms Reading Group will meet at Sally Gerbode’s home on Monday, Nov. 11 at 7 p.m. Joy Gerbode will lead the discussion of the book, “We Were the Lucky Ones,” by Georgia Hunter.

The Wednesday Morning Breakfast Group will meet at Stella’s, 100 N. Main Street, in Stockton on Wednesday, Nov. 13, at 8 a.m. Church Council will hold their monthly meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 13, at the church at 7 p.m.

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Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 118 E. Mason St. Lena, IL, will gather on Nov. 10, for Martin Luther Birthday Sunday. We will learn about Martin Luther during 9:30 a.m. worship service with Holy Communion. All are invited to worship with us. Following worship, there will be a Birthday Party for Martin’s 536th birthday in Fellowship Hall with ice cream and cupcakes. No birthday gifts please, but Martin would be delighted if you bring gifts for the Food Pantry. Sunday school children will meet at 10:45 a.m. for songs, prayers, and Bible stories. Choir practice will be at 11 a.m., and chime choir practice will be at 5 p.m. on Sunday.

The Parkinson Support Group will meet Monday, Nov. 11 at 12:30 p.m. for holiday potluck in the Fellowship Hall.

On Tuesday Nov. 12, at 9:45 a.m. Good Shepherd will meet for Hymn Sing at the Lena Living Center.

On Wednesday Nov. 13, at 8 a.m. 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 saw quilts are always appreciated. No previous quilting experience is necessary. Come join the fun and make a difference in the world! On Thursday Nov. 14, Friendship Club will meet at noon for a Potluck Dinner & entertainment with “Take Two – Ray and Jane”.

For more information, please call the church at 815-369-5552.

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Stockton Wesley United Methodist Church

Stockton Wesley United Methodist Church will be having a special service honoring our Veterans on Nov. 10 at 10:45. Please join us in remembrance of those who have served and gone on before us and in honoring those that are still serving their country and protecting us.

On Nov. 24 we will be having Thanksgiving communion and a Pilgrim potluck and fellowship following the service. Bring a dish to share and join us.

We have Bible Study on Wednesday at 6:30; everyone is welcome to join us.

Our regular worship service is at 10:45 and Sunday School is at 9:30.

Our church is handicap accessible and is located at the corner of Hudson and Benton Sts. For information please call Pastor Chuck at 815-947-2541 or search Facebook for Stockton Wesley United Methodist Church or our website Stocktonwumc.org.

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You’re welcome to join us for worship at St. John’s on Sunday, Nov. 10 at 9 a.m. Sunday School and Confirmation will meet immediately following worship. The Stewardship & Outreach, Property and Memorial & Finance committees will all meet after worship. The SPLAT Youth Group will meet at 11 a.m. on the same day.

The Men’s Breakfast will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 6 at 7:30 a.m. Brother’s Inn at Lanark.

The Nov. Grace Meal provided by funding from the Freeport Community Foundation will be held on Sunday, Nov. 17. The menu will feature a turkey dinner.

The Women’s Gathering will meet on Tuesday, Nov. 19 at 9:45 a.m. at St. John’s. The morning will begin with fellowship followed by a bible study and announcements.

Travis & August Schiess, Urbana, were the winners of the $200 Calendar Raffle drawing on October 27, 2019.

Bible Studies continue to meet at 7 p.m. on Mondays and at 9:30 a.m. on Thursdays. Morning Prayer is held at 9 a.m. on Tuesdays and Thursday. Members and guests are all welcome to any events at St. John’s.

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 815-4432215 (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.

The FHN Parent Enrichment Program (PEP), a program of FHN Family Counseling Center, recently received a $4,567 grant from the Freeport Community Foundation to support program services.

The purpose of the Parent Enrichment Program is to partner with parents in giving their children the best possible start. The program supports parents in being their child’s first

and most important teacher and has been serving families in Stephenson County for more than 30 years.

Services include home visits focusing on parent-child interaction, family well-being, and developmental-centered parenting, as well as monthly group connections and developmental check-ups for children.

PEP also has certified infant massage instructors and car seat technicians.

The organizers and beneficiaries of the Parent Enrichment Program are very grateful to the Freeport Community Foundation. The resources made possible with these funds will truly have a meaningful and lasting impact on the families in the PEP program.

For more information on the Parent Enrichment Program, call 815599-7300.

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Our Area Churches Welcome You APPLE RIVER UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 102 E. Baldwin St., P.O. Box 188, Apple River, IL 61001 Pastor Libby Rutherford (815) 990-1428 Church (815) 594-2223 • Sunday Worship – 9 a.m.

• Bible Study - Every Monday 9 a.m.

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GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH 118 East Mason Street, Lena, IL 61048 Pastor Miho Yasukawa (815) 369-5552 • Sunday Worship – 9:30 a.m.

• Sunday School – 10:45 a.m. (Sept. - May) • Piece Corps Quilters – Wednesdays at 8:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS LUTHERAN CHURCH 536 E. Schapville Road, Scales Mound, IL 61054 Church number (815) 845-2061 Website: www.shepherdofhill.com • Sunday Worship – 8:00 a.m. & 10:00 a.m.

• Sunday School (Sept. – May) – 8:45 a.m.

• Holy Communion is celebrated weekly.

CALVARY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 315 W. Maple St., Stockton, IL 61085 Pastor Jonathan Singleton (815) 947-2414 E-Mail: calvaryum@yahoo.com • Sunday Worship – 10:00 a.m.

• Sunday School – 8:45 a.m.

GRACE BIBLE CHURCH OF WOODBINE 1904 S. Vel Tera Road, Elizabeth, IL 61028 Pastor Michael Burdett (815) 858-3843 • Sunday Worship – 10:30 a.m. & 7:00 p.m.

• Sunday School – 9:30 a.m.

• Prayer meeting – Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m.

Sunday services broadcasted at 11:30 a.m. on Radio WCCI 100.3 FM

ST. ANN CATHOLIC CHURCH 608 East Railroad, Warren, IL 61087 Father Skrobutt (815) 745-2312 • Sunday Mass – 8:00 a.m.

• Reconciliation Sunday – 7:30 - 7:50 a.m.

CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH ELCA STOCKTON 600 N. Main St., Stockton Pastor Paul Gebo (815) 858-0941 E-Mail: clc600@frontier.com https://www.facebook.com/pages/ Christ-Lutheran-Church-Stockton-IL • Saturday Worship 5:30 p.m.

• Education for all ages Sun. 9:00 a.m. September - May • Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m.

• Confirmation Ministry Wednesdays 3:05 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

• Healing Services on 5th Weekends EBENEZER – SALEM UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST P.O. Box 102, Pearl City, IL 61062 Pastor Randy Nicholas • 815-369-4511 Worship splits between locations in Nov. November 10 Worship is at Ebenezer UCC Church. 5421 S. Stone Church Road November 17 & 24 Worship is at Salem UCC Church. At the corner of Loran & Kent Roads • Sunday Worship 9:00 a.m.

• Sunday School follows worship EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH OF LENA 720 N. Freedom Street, Lena, IL 61048 Dr. Jim Erb, Pastor (815) 369-5591 Rev. Scott Wilson Associate Pastor of Youth • Sunday Morning Worship – 10:00 a.m.

• Sunday School – 8:45 a.m.

• Awana Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m.

• Youth Group Wednesdays Junior High from 5:30 - 7 p.m.

Senior High from 7 - 8:30 p.m.

• Listen to Pastor’s weekly sermon at www.lenafreechurch.org FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 411 S. Main Street, PO Box 236, Pearl City, IL 61062 email: pearlcityumc@gmail.com Website: pearlcityumc.org Find us on facebook at www.facebook.com/pcumcil Pastor Donna Hoffman (815) 443-2177 • Sunday Worship – 8:30 a.m.

• Sunday School – during worship after the children’s message FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 309 S. Main Street, Elizabeth, IL 61028 email: firstumcofelizabeth@gmail.com Pastor Tiffany Garcea • Sunday Worship - 9:00 a.m.

• Sunday School - 8:15 a.m.

• Women’s Faith Group 1st Tuesday monthly - 9:30 a.m.

We are handicapped accessible Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/fumcelizabeth

HARVEST BAPTIST CHURCH OF STOCKTON 151 S. Main, Stockton, IL 61085 Pastor David McAusland - (815) 947-2986 • Sunday Morning Service – 10:00 a.m.

(Church luncheon following morning service) • Sunday Afternoon Service - 12:30 p.m.

• Bible Study & Prayer - Wednesday Evening 6:30 p.m.

HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC CHURCH 223 E. Front Avenue, Stockton, IL 61085 Father Mike Morrissey (815) 947-2545 • Saturday Evening Mass – 4:30 p.m.

• Sunday Mass – 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

• Reconciliation Saturday – 3:30 - 4:15 p.m.

• Parish Hall for Rent – Seats 200 LENA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 118 West Mason Street, Lena, IL 61048 Pastor Keri Rainsberger (815) 369-5291 • Sunday Worship – 9:00 a.m.

• Sunday School – 10:30 a.m.

• Daily Dial-A-Devotion 815-369-4411 McCONNELL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 211 Hulbert Rd. P.O. Box 97, McConnell, IL 61050 http://www.gbgm-umc.org/mcconnellumc mcconnellumc@yahoo.com “Like” us on Facebook Pastor Matthew J. Smith (815) 868-2324 • Sunday Family Worship – 10:30 a.m.

• Children’s Ministries Please call church for dates and times • United Methodist Women – 1:30 p.m.

(1st Wednesday of each month) * We are handicapped accessible SALEM UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST 8491 West Salem Road, Lena, IL 61048 (Turn on Salem Road at Eleroy Rest Stop) Rev. Randy Nicholas (815) 369-4511 • Adult & Children’s Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

• Sunday Worship – 10:30 a.m.

• Bookworms Reading Group - 7:00 p.m., 2nd Monday of the month SCHAPVILLE ZION PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 635 East Schapville Road, Elizabeth, IL 61028 Pastor Dottie Morizzo (815) 845-2272 Cell (815) 238-0670 www.schapvillezion.org • Sunday Worship Service – 10:00 a.m.

• Sunday School – 10:00 a.m.

• Bible Study Classes Available

ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH The Lutheran Church Missouri Synod 625 Country Lane Drive, Lena, IL 61048 Rev. Rick Bader (815) 369-4035 • Saturday Evening Worship – 5:30 p.m.

• Sunday Worship – 8:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.

• Blast Program at 9:00 a.m.

• High School & Adult Sunday School at 9:15 a.m.

ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH Evangelical Lutheran Church of America 229 S. First St., Pearl City, IL 61062 www.stjohnspearlcity.org Pastor Thomas Ekstrand (815) 443-2215 • Sunday Morning Worship – 9:00 a.m.

• Christian Education for all Ages - 10:15 a.m.

Handicapped Accessible ST. JOHN EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 8315 S. Massbach Road, Elizabeth, IL 61028 Pastor Lisa Burbank and Pastor Bruce Burbank Church: 815-589-3367 • Sunday Worship – 9:00 a.m.

• Sunday School – 10:00 a.m.

“Celebrating 160 Years of Faith” ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC CHURCH 105 West Webster, Apple River, IL 61001 Father Skrobutt (815) 745-2312 • Saturday Mass – 6:00 p.m.

• Reconciliation Saturday – 5:30 – 5:50 p.m.

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC CHURCH 410 West Lena Street, Lena, IL 61048 Father Skrobutt (815) 369-2810 • Saturday Mass – 4:00 p.m.

• Sunday Mass – 10:00 a.m.

• Reconciliation Saturday – 3:30 – 3:50 p.m.

ST. PAUL’S LUTHERAN CHURCH KENT The Little Church with a Big Heart 1334 Sunnyside Road, Kent, IL 61044 1/2 mile north on Kent Road • Sunday Worship – 10:00 a.m.

• Holy Communion every Sunday • Women Meet at 9 a.m. on the 2nd Sunday • Chair Lift to Sanctuary ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH ELCA 209 Clinton St., P.O. Box 445, Warren, IL 61087 Vicar Michelle Knight (815)745-3444 www.stpaulswarren.org • Saturday Worship – 5:00 p.m.

• Sunday Worship – 10:00 a.m.

• Sunday School – 10:00 a.m.

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CHURCH OF STOCKTON 219 N. Pearl St., Stockton, IL 61085 www.uuchurchofstockton.org Rev. Armida Alexander (815) 947-3812 A LGBT Friendly Church Services and Religious Education are on Sundays at 10:30 a.m.

A progressive, liberal religious and welcoming congregation that encourages individuals to search for their own answers to life’s ultimate questions. Our living faith now draws from many sources including the wisdom traditions of the world’s religions and the findings of science.

WARREN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Water & Jefferson St., Warren, IL Pastor Roger Bronkema (815) 291-6261 email: rbronkema18@gmail.com • Sunday Worship – 9:30 a.m.

• Adult Sunday School before Worship • Children Sunday School - During the service Communion Every First Sunday * Handicapped Accessible WESLEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Corner of Hudson & Benton St., Stockton, IL 61085 Pastor Chuck Wolbers (262) 308-2379 • Sunday School – 9:30 a.m.

• Sunday Worship – 10:45 a.m.

• Adult Bible Studies Available • Communion Every 1st Sunday • First Sunday potluck following church services.

• Open Sanctuary for meditation time from 4 6 p.m. every Wednesday * Handicapped Accessible WINSLOW GRACE BIBLE CHURCH 197 Carver Street, Winslow, IL 61089 Pastor Robert Patin (815) 230-1862 608-669-5770 • Sunday Worship – 10:45 a.m.

• Sunday School – 9:45 a.m.

• Prayer and Bible Study – Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. in Home YELLOW CREEK CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN 12602 W. Dublin Road, Pearl City, IL Pastor Ellis Boughton • 815-864-2049 Email: ellis.boughton@live.com • Sunday Services – 10:00 a.m.

• Sunday School – 9:15 a.m. (when available) ZION COMMUNITY CHURCH 10100 W. Sabin Church Rd., Pearl City, IL 61062 Pastor Wayne Fischer • 815-266-6260 Pastor Chip Sohl • 815-541-1425 • Sunday Worship Service – 9:00 a.m.

• Children’s Church - during church service • Prayer Shawl Knitting Tuesday at 6:30 p.m.

• Bible Study Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m.

Please call 815-369-4112 or 815-947-3353 if you wish to have your church listed on the church page.

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Highland hires Women’s Basketball coach Highland Community College has hired Blake Becke of Pearl City as the Head Women’s Basketball coach for the 2020-21 basketball season.

“We have a commitment from a local basketball coach who will help our successful women’s basketball program continue to flourish,” said Pete Norman, Highland Community College Athletic Director. “This continues our commitment to student-athletes who depend on programs like these for access to quality education and to continue their careers at the intercollegiate level.”

Becke comes to Highland with a successful background in coaching, having spent five years with the Pearl City girls basketball program where he was the varsity assistant from 2013-16 and freshman/sophomore coach from 2013-17. Becke has also spent several years refereeing throughout the area.

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ed to have to cancel the 2019-20 season due to no head coach and shortage of players. “We’re thrilled to have Blake take the reins of the women’s basketball program,” he said.

Highland Women’s basketball has a storied history with back to back Region IV Championships in 2018 and 2019, as well as a championship in 2016. Plus, back to back Arrowhead Conference Championships in 2018 and 2019.

“The timing is good with the start of high school basketball season.

We’re ready to start recruiting and I know Blake is anxious to get rolling,” Norman added.

Highland Community College has hired Blake Becke of Pearl City as the Head Women’s Basketball coach for the 2020-21 basketball season.

“We have a commitment from a local basketball coach who will help

our successful women’s basketball program continue to flourish,” said Pete Norman, Highland Community College Athletic Director. “This continues our commitment to student-athletes who depend on programs like these for access to quality education and to continue their careers at the intercollegiate level.”

Becke comes to Highland with a successful background in coaching, having spent five years with the Pearl City girls basketball program where he was the varsity assistant from 2013-16 and freshman/sophomore coach from 2013-17. Becke has also spent several years refereeing throughout the area.

Norman was certainly disappointed to have to cancel the 2019-20 season due to no head coach and shortage of players. “We’re thrilled to have Blake take the reins of the women’s basketball program,” he said.

Highland Women’s basketball has a storied history with back to back Region IV Championships in 2018 and 2019, as well as a championship in 2016. Plus, back to back Arrowhead Conference Championships in

2018 and 2019.

“The timing is good with the start of high school basketball season.

We’re ready to start recruiting and I know Blake is anxious to get rolling,” Norman added.

Learn how to be prepared for an emergency with FHN’s hands-on Heartsaver® First Aid, CPR & AED class.

The course is designed for anyone who wants to learn the critical skills needed to respond to and manage an emergency until emergency medical services arrive. Skills to be covered include first aid, adult CPR, choking relief, opioid-related life-threatening emergencies, and proper Automated External Defibrillator (AED) use for

adults, children, and infants based on the American Heart Association guidelines.

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Members of the River Ridge Senior Class man one of the food booths at the Autumn Craft Fair to raise funds for their class trip to New York.

(Below) Members of the River Ridge Band and Choir offer finely crafted caramel apples to the Autumn Fair visitors.

Members of the River Ridge FFA Organization operate a booth at the Annual Autumn Kris Hanson of Driftless Skin Care shows some of the products Craft Fair in Elizabeth. offered by the Wisconsin based company.

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LIEF ASKED IN THE COMPLAINT. E-filing is now mandatory for documents in civil cases with limited exemptions.

To e-file, you must first create an account with an e-filing service provider. Visit http://efile. illinoiscourts.gov/service-providers.htm to learn more and to select a service provider. If you need additional help or have trouble e-filing, visit www.illinoiscourts.gov/FAQ/gethelp. asp, or talk to your local circuit clerk’s office.

PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 1 N. Dearborn St. Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 Ph. (312) 346-9088 File No. 270466-196811 I3135258 (Published in The Scoop Today Oct. 23, 30 & Nov. 6, 2019) 359247

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT JO DAVIESS COUNTY GALENA, ILLINOIS SPECIALIZED LOAN SERVICING LLC Plaintiff, -v.ROGER A. BAGGETT et al Defendant 2019 CH 7 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 12, 2019, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 1:30 PM on December 3, 2019, at the office of Vincent Roth Toepfer & Leinen PC, 11406 U.S. Route 20 W, GALENA, IL, 61036, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOTS 4, 5, 6 AND 7 IN BLOCK 7 IN TOWN OF COUNCIL HILL AT COUNCIL HILL STATION, ACCORDING TO THE TOWN PLAT AND SURVEY THEREOF, TOWNSHIP 29 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN THE COUNTY OF JO DAVIESS, AND STATE OF ILLINOIS.

Commonly known as 6793 NORTH HILL RD, SCALES MOUND, IL 61075 Property Index No. 03-100011-00 The real estate is improved with a residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to 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 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 will receive a Certificate of Sale that 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 representation as to the condition of the property.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

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).

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October 23, 2019 December 1, 2019 - November 30, 2020 FUEL BID SPECIFICATIONS The Village of Warren is soliciting fuel bids for the Fuel Tanks located at the Warren Police Department for the period of December 1, 2019 - November 30, 2020. Any questions concerning the bid or bid process should be directed to the Police Chief.

1. The bid is to supply the Village with both diesel fuel and unleaded gasoline. It is anticipated that approximately 6,000 gallons of bio-diesel fuel and 8,000 gallons of unleaded gasoline will be used in this time period.

2. Fuel delivery: the fuel will be delivered to the tanks at the Warren Police Department 3. Please include your costs for winter additive per gallon as a separate item.

4. Deliveries from the preceding month will be paid following the first Village Board Meeting after the invoice is received by the village.

5. Bidder shall assure that fuel is available at all times for all the entities vehicles. Fuel should be provided on a “Keep Full Basis”.

6. Bids should include the amount above rack price, including all taxes, add-ons, etc. The Village of Warren is a tax exempt entity; E9996-1679-07. Federal Excise Tax should not be included in the bid price.

7. To ensure all bids are equal, bids should also include an example price based on fuel costs as of October 28, 29, and 30, 2019.

The Village will base its decision using this information, Rack Price Sheets confirming the bidder’s cost must accompany bid and be made available to the Village during the contract period.

8. The Village reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any informalities or irregularity in any of the bids received whenever such rejection or waiver is in the best interest of the Village.

9. Bids are due in the Warren Village Hall by 3:30pm on Monday, November 11, 2019. The office is located at 113 Cole Street, PO Box 581, Warren IL 61087. Bids should be in a sealed envelope and include Attn: Village Board - Fuel Bid. Bids will be opened at the Board Meeting that evening. The Meeting starts at 7pm in the Board Room.

10. Please fill in all information on the following bid form.

Fuel Bid Form Village of Warren December 1, 2019 - November 30, 2020 Bidder Information Name: ______________________________________________ Address: ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ Phone #: ____________________________________________ Destination Vehicles Will Fill Up At: ______________________ If no destination, will you provide the appropriate tanks meeting state and local requirements: (Circle One) Yes / No Bio-Diesel Fuel Amount above cost $ __________ Price that would be charged to the Village on October 28, 29, and 30 of 2019 $___.___.___ #1 Clear Diesel Fuel Amount above cost $__________ Price that would be charged to the Village on October 28, 29, and 30, 2019 $___.___.___

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT JO DAVIESS COUNTY, ILLINOIS HOME POINT FINANCIAL CORPORATION, PLAINTIFF, VS. DANIELLE M HOPPMANKOCH A/K/A DANIELLE MARIE HOPPMAN-KOCH, A/K/A DANIELLE MARIE HOPPMAN; RUDI J KOCH A/K/A RUDI JOSEPH KOCH; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, DEFENDANTS. 19 CH 30 1012 RIDGE STREET GALENA, IL 61036 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO YOU, Danielle M Hoppman-Koch a/k/a Danielle Marie HoppmanKoch, a/k/a Danielle Marie Hoppman Rudi J Koch a/k/a Rudi Joseph Koch Unknown Owners and NonRecord Claimants defendants, that this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, asking for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: LOTS TWENTY-TWO (22), TWENTY-THREE (23) AND THE SOUTHERLY TWENTY (20) FEET OF LOT TWENTY-FOUR (24) IN BLOCK EIGHTEEN (18) OF J.D. SOULARD’S THIRD ADDITION TO THE CITY OF GALENA, ON THE WEST SIDE OF GALENA RIVER, SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF JO DAVIESS, IN THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 1012 Ridge Street Galena, IL 61036 and which said Mortgage was made by, Danielle M Hoppman-Koch a/k/a Danielle Marie Hoppman-Koch, a/k/a Danielle Marie Hoppman, Rudi J Koch a/k/a Rudi Joseph Koch Mortgagor(s), to Consumer Loan Services, LLC, a Limited Liability Company Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Jo Daviess County, Illinois, as Document No. 380662; and for other relief.

UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case, on or before November 22, 2019, A JUDGMENT OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RE-

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This Demogorgon is a powerful prince, a self-proclaimed title, but one that is acknowledged by mortals and even his fellow demons because of his power and influence.

The Wills’ Family, long time residents and philanthropic members of the area, have established a scholarship program for Jo Daviess County residents through the family trust. The Scales Mound School District Board of Education will administer the Scholarship program. Scholarships will be available to support attendance at vocational two and four year institutions. Recent or past high school graduates are eligible to apply.

Please send a letter of application to the Scales Mound School at 210 Main St., Scales Mound, and Illinois by April 30, 2020 for the coming school year. Please note the Wills Family Scholarship Program on the envelope.

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The tyrannosaurus is always a popular character on All Hallows Eve.

Dozens upon dozens of costumed characters marched in the Annual Stockton Elementary Halloween Parade.

While the Flash blurred through the parade route, his friends’ smiles outshone their costumes.

November forestry meeting scheduled The Northwest Illinois Forestry Association (NIFA) will meet on Tuesday evening, Nov. 12, at 7 p.m., at the Stockton Public Library, to begin planning events for 2020.

This will be an agenda meeting with emphasis on developing a list of tours and events for next year. Both members and the public are welcome to provide their input and opinions.

The Stockton Public Library is located at 140 West Benton Avenue, Stockton, Illinois.

NIFA is a non-profit woodland owner organization seeking to educate its members and the public about the environmental and economic benefits of sustainable forest management, in other words, optimizing each woodland’s productivity in terms of that owner’s objectives.

LEGALS Continued from previous page 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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650

(312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-19-02330 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2019 CH 7 TJSC#: 39-5985 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney 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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1 T. honey 1/8 t. salt 1/8 t. pepper In a large bowl, combine spinach, Arugula, and Brussels sprouts. Drizzle with ½ cup Creamy Red wine dressing and toss. Sprinkle with walnuts. Serve immediately with remaining dressing.

Dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together all ingredients. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 days. Whisk again before using.

One of my readers doesn’t like spaghetti squash because she thinks it doesn’t have very mush flavor. Making this recipe will certainly change that. This squash recipe is full of interesting ingredients especially if you are a fan of southwestern cooking. Enjoy this squash recipe with a whole lot of flavor!

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This last week we had the most snow in October since 1917—WOW! I keep thinking that we will get early snow and then not have any after January; one of my friends said that I should just keep thinking that. Another told me I was delusional. Maybe by the time this column comes out the snow will be gone. This week the Tex-Mex Stuffed recipes are for colder weather. It is a good thing I included a soup recipe.

Spaghetti Squash This healthy salad has all the good 1 medium spaghetti squash, things for a well-rounded side. I like trimmed, halved, and seeded to use baby spinach; I also think you 2 T. olive oil, divided could use spring mix if you didn’t 1 t. salt want to use all Arugula. Some peo1 small red pepper, seeded and ple find Arugula too bitter to have chopped a lot of it in a salad. You can use a ½ small red onion, chopped grater to slice the Brussels sprouts.

2 cloves garlic, minced There should be some dressing left 1 can (15 oz.) black beans, rinsed for another salad. and drained Brussels Sprouts, Spinach, 1 can (19 oz.) diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained and Arugula Salad 1 pkg. (1 oz.) taco seasoning 6 C. loosely packed fresh spinach ¼ C. chopped fresh cilantro 6 C. loosely packed fresh Arugula ¼ C. shredded Colby-Jack cheese 1 C. very thinly sliced fresh BrusPreheat oven to 400. Brush side sels sprouts of squash with 1 tablespoon oil and ½ C. toasted chopped walnuts sprinkle with squash. Place squash, Creamy Red Wine Dressing cut side up on a small rimmed bak2/3 C. mayonnaise ing sheet. Bake until tender, 45 to 50 3 T. red wine vinegar minutes. Let cool slightly. Using a 1 T. olive oil fork, scrape out flesh. Reserve shells

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on baking sheet. Increase oven temperature to broil.

In a large skillet, heat remaining tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Add pepper and onion; cook for 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Stir in beans, tomatoes, and chilies, and taco seasoning; cook for 1 minute. Stir in squash flesh and cilantro. Divide mixture between reserved squash shells; top with cheese.

Broil until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes. Garnish with cilantro.

If you are looking for a different kind of chicken soup, this recipe takes a main dish recipe and turns it into a soup. You can make it easy to prepare by using rotisserie chicken and deli ham.

Chicken Cordon Bleu Soup

2 T. butter 2 T. oil 1 small head cauliflower, coarsely chopped 1 medium onion, chopped 1 garlic clove, minced 3 T. flour 2 C. chicken broth 2 C. shredded cooked chicken 3 C. half-and-half cream 1 C. finely cubed fully cooked ham 1 T. Dijon mustard 1 t. salt ½ t. pepper 2 C. shredded Swiss cheese In a large saucepan, heat butter and oil over medium high heat. Add cauliflower and onion, and cook and stir until crisp tender, 8 to 10 minutes.

Add garlic and cook for 1 minute longer. Stir in flour until blended, gradually whisk in broth. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until cauliflower is tender, 12 to 15 minutes.

and cook until the vegetables are tender and the sauce has thickened slightly, about 6 minutes.

Cook ravioli in the boiling water as the label directs. Reserve ¼ cup of cooking water, then drain. Add the ravioli and the reserved cooking water to the sauce; stir to coat.

Transfer half of the ravioli and sauce to a 9 x 13 broiler-proof baking dish.

Sprinkle with ½ cup mozzarella. Top with the remaining ravioli, sauce and mozzarella. Microwave the remaining tablespoon of butter in a small microwave safe bowl until melted. Stir in grated garlic and breadcrumbs; season with salt and pepper.

Mushroom Ravioli and Sprinkle over the baked ravioli and Sausage Casserole broil until browned on top, about 2 3 T. unsalted butter minutes. Top with parsley.

1 onion, finely chopped If you are like me, you like caramel 10 oz. white mushrooms,, thinly apples. This recipe has the taste of a sliced good caramel apple without the nuts.

Pepper You could use butterscotch pudding 6 oz. sausage, casings removed if you can’t find caramel pudding. I 3 cloves garlic (2 thinly sliced, 2 like Cortland or Honey Crisp apples. grated) Enjoy these tasty cookies without the 1 t. dried oregano mess of eating around a core.

1 can (28 oz.) crushed tomatoes Caramel Apple Oatmeal 2 pkgs. (10 oz. each) refrigerated Cookies cheese ravioli ½ C. butter, softened 1 C. shredded mozzarella cheese ¾ C. packed brown sugar ¾ C. breadcrumbs ¼ C. sugar 1 T. chopped fresh parsley 1 pkg. (3.4 oz.) instant caramel Preheat the broiler Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Melt 2 pudding mix 2 eggs, room temperature T. butter in a large skillet over medi½ C. unsweetened applesauce um-high heat. Add the onion, mush1¼ C. flour rooms, ¼ t. salt and 1/8 t. pepper.

1 t. baking soda Cook until the vegetables are begin3½ C. old fashioned oats ning to brown, 5 to 8 minutes. Add 1 medium apple, peeled and the sausage and cook, breaking up the meat until no longer pink, about chopped Preheat oven to 350. In a large 4 minutes. Add the sliced garlic and oregano and cook until softened, bowl, cream butter, sugars and pudabout 1 minute. Add the tomatoes ding mix until light and fluffy. Add and ¼ cup water, bring to a simmer eggs mixing well. Beat in applesauce. In another bowl, whisk flour and baking soda; gradually beat into the creamed mixture. Stir in oats and apple. Drop dough by tablespoonfuls 2 inches apart onto a greased baking sheet. Bake until golden brown, 15 Puree soup using an immersion blender, or cool soup and puree in batches in a blender. Return to pan.

Stir in chicken, cream, ham, mustard, salt and pepper; heat through. Stir in cheese until melted.

Are you looking for an easy main dish with a lot of flavor? This ravioli casserole is easy to get on the table for a quick supper. If you want a little zest, use Italian sausage. There are several different kinds of frozen or refrigerated ravioli that you can use. The only bad side of this recipe is for people who don’t like mushrooms; they are out of luck.

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Veterans Day events at Stockton High School

Veterans and their families are invited to a pancake breakfast at the Stockton High School cafeteria from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 11. At 1 p.m., there will be a Veterans Day Program in the gymnasium to honor all veterans. The program will feature the presentation of colors by the Stockton VFW and American Legion; public recognition of all veterans present; and music provided by the Stockton School District instrumental and choral music departments. This event is open to the general public and everyone is encouraged to attend and honor our

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Mayer’s celebrate 65th Anniversary

Ben & Gail Mayer (Nee: Fluegel) were married on Nov. 21, 1954 at Salem Evangelical Church near Eleroy. Ben is retired from Lena State Bank and Gail is retired from the Rockford office of Federal Probation and Parole.

Life-long residents of Lena, the couple had two children: a daughter Rhonda Coyier (Don) of Madison and a son (deceased) in 1979, two Granddaughters Deanna Heid and Kelsey Pearson, five Great-Grandchildren Braelyn, Gianna & Otto Heid, Theodore and Viviana Pearson, one Step Grandson Chris Coyier (Amanda) and Ruby Coyier of Bend, Oregon.

The couple will celebrate on Thanksgiving in Appleton, WI, and are planning an Alaskan cruise for the Spring of 2020.

Affordable Health Screenings coming to Stockton Residents living in and around the Stockton, Illinois can learn about their risk for cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, and other chronic, serious conditions with affordable screenings by Life Line Screening.

Calvary United Methodist Church will host this community event on 12/5/2019. The site is located at 315 W. Maple Avenue in Stockton.

Screenings can check for: • The level of plaque buildup in your

Senior Center sets AARP Safe Driving Class for Hanover

The Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation (JDCF) is accepting nominations for the Nancy Hamill Winter Conservation Leadership Award, which will be presented at the Foundation’s annual meeting in early 2020. An individual, organization, governmental entity, educational institution, or business that has demonstrated creativity and/or leadership in the preservation, restoration, or stewardship of natural areas and/or Native American cultural resources, or has a strong history of promoting an understanding of the natural world in Northwest Illinois, particularly Jo Daviess County, is eligible. Nominees may have also shown financial leadership that supports land conservation. Priority will be given to nominees with distinguished lifetime accomplishments and impact made in the service area of the Foundation. JDCF’s Executive Committee seeks nominations annually beginning in November each year and uses the above criteria to make its selection. Nominations are due by Dec. 31, 2019. Current staff and board members of JDCF are not eligible. A nomination form can be found at www.jdcf.org.

The Nancy Hamill Winter Conservation Leadership Award is named after JDCF’s long-time board member and past Board President and Vice President, Nancy Hamill Winter. Formerly a Stockton resident Nancy dedicated much of her adult life to the preservation and care of natural habitats and the

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Broad Ideas art show is back Broad Ideas, a month-long arts show dedicated to telling women’s stories, will be back in March 2020.

Located at the Galena Center for the Arts purposely during Women’s History Month, this inclusive feminist arts show is entering its 3rd year. Previously, over 100 artists, authors, and actors have come together to make this show possible and 2020 is shaping up to be just as full. The submission window is now open. Authors and Artists of all ages and abilities are encouraged to be a part of this magical show. Go to www.broadideas.org today to fill out a submission form. In an on-

going effort to ensure this show is accessible, there is no cost to submit work. Broad Ideas will once again offer free on-site childcare at each of our events.

This magical event is made possible due to extensive community support. Thank you to everyone for your ongoing donation of time, talent, and money. A special thank you goes out to the Galena Center for the Arts and the planning committee of unstoppable ladies. It truly does take a village.

Make sure to mark your calendars for the show’s Opening on Feb. 29, 2020 and “leap” into Broad Ideas!

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SOS+ (Senior Outreach of Stockton & Surrounding Areas) in its 15th year is made up of volunteers working together to provide interesting programs and fellowship to our seniors. There is no cost to attend our programs. A free will offering will be taken and used to provide future programs for SOS+.

For more information on SOS+ or this special event, please feel free to call Mary Feltmeyer 815-297-5425, Nancy Rice 815-275-0303 or Shirley Toepfer 815-947-3639. If you are in need of a ride to the program please call. We would be more than happy to accommodate you.

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Come join us Nov. 14, at 2 p.m. at the Fellowship Hall of Calvary UM Church in Stockton. All seniors of Stockton and Surrounding areas are invited. Fellowship and light refreshments provided by the seniors

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An AARP Safe Driving Class for seniors that results in an insurance-premium discount will be held soon in Hanover. The class will be Tuesday, Nov. 19, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Senior Resource Center, 500 Fillmore St., Hanover.

The course includes a review of driving skills and techniques, as well as strategies and tips to help you adjust to normal age-related physical changes that may affect your driving ability. By completing this class, you will receive a discount on your auto insurance premium. The state of Illinois mandates an insurance-premium discount for participants age 55 or older in a driver safety program.

The cost of the class is $15 if you are an AARP member and $20 if a non-member. The fee is paid at the start of class. Bring a sack lunch for this all-day class. Call the Senior Resource Center to register at 815-2359777, ext. 258, or, if you have questions, call 815- 232-3042.

arteries, related to risk for heart disease, stroke and overall vascular health.

• HDL and LDL Cholesterol levels • Diabetes risk • Bone density as a risk for possible osteoporosis • Kidney and thyroid function, and more Screenings are affordable, convenient and accessible for wheelchairs and those with trouble walking. Free parking is also available.

Packages start at $149, but consultants will work with you to create a package that is right for you based on your age and risk factors. Also ask about our Wellness Gold Membership Program with allows customers to get all the screenings they need now, but pay $19.95 a month. Call 1-877-2371287 or visit our website at www.lifelinescreening.com. Pre-registration is required.

On Thursday, Nov. 14, at 2 p.m., at Calvary UM Fellowship Hall in Stockton, all seniors of Stockton and Surrounding areas are invited to an afternoon to honor our veterans and hear what it might be like as a Navy soldier at sea.

The Stockton High School Chorus, lead by director Lana Crandall will solute our veterans in song. Following the singing of the choir, the seniors will reflect on a poem written

by Major Kelly Strong, “Freedom is not Free” as we honor all those who have served or are serving our country in time of peace and time of war.

Mark Peterson from Highland College will share a little history of what it was like for our Navy soldiers

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(Continued from page 14) to 18 minutes. Cool on pans for 5 1½ t. ground cinnamon minutes. Serve warm or remove to Prepare and bake yellow cake mix wire racks to cool completely. Store according to package directions for in an airtight container. cupcakes. In a large skillet, heat butThese cupcakes are easy to make ter over medium heat. Add apples and because they use a cake mix. The brown sugar; cook and stir until aprecipe says that it will make 24 cup- ples are tender, 10 to 12 minutes. In a cakes. You need to use a sharp knife small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to get the cake out so that you can fill until smooth; stir into pan. Bring to a the cupcakes. Enjoy the taste of an boil; cook and stir until thickened, 1 apple pie in a cupcake. to 2 minutes. Remove from heat and completely.

Apple Pie Cupcakes with cool Using a paring knife, cut a 1 inch Cinnamon Buttercream wide cone-shaped piece from top of 1 pkg. yellow cake mix each cupcake; discard the removed 2 T. butter portion. Fill the cavity with apple 4 C. peeled and finely chopped tart mixture. In a large bowl, combine apples all frosting ingredients; beat until ¾ C. packed brown sugar smooth. Frost cupcakes as desired.

1 T. cornstarch November came in with cold and 1 T. water snow. What happened to our fall seaFrosting: son? There are a lot of fields that need 1 C. butter, softened to be harvested; I don’t suppose we 3 C. powdered sugar can expect any cooperation from the 2 T. whipping cream weather. This year has been wild and 1 t. vanilla unpredictable. We are all hoping for

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some warm weather for the farmers to harvest the remaining fields. Time is going so quickly. We will soon be in basketball season. A fourth of the school year is gone already. I really don’t want to know how many shopping days are left until Christmas, but everyone seems to be telling us.

I don’t want to hear Christmas music until after Thanksgiving. I need to put away my Halloween and get my turkeys out. Our street didn’t have as many trick or treaters out this year, but we did have plenty. They had to wear their winter coats over their costumes.

I had a wonderful neighbor who shoveled my sidewalk off; the sun took care of the driveway. I was glad that the sidewalks were somewhat clear for the little treaters as they went from house to house. Once again I want to send my appreciation to the Village of Lena for the police presence on West Mason and Oak Street. I think it helps keep the traffic slower. Thanks again for our police presence that kept all

our little ones (and their parents, too!) safe. We are looking for some good holiday recipes for salads, sides, desserts, and of course, cookies. If you have any recipes you would like to

Monroe Clinic Hospice Celebration of Lights Looking for a way to honor a loved one this Christmas season?

The Monroe Clinic Hospice Celebration of Lights service honors living or deceased loved ones and includes a special, personalized, keep-sake ornament. The service takes place on Thursday, Dec. 5 from 6:30-8 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, 2227 4th Street, Monroe, WI, where names of loved ones are honored by being read during the service. Ornaments may be purchased until Monday, Nov. 25.

Each ornament costs $10 and the proceeds help fund community bereavement support programs. Pre-ordered ornaments are available to

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Order forms are available at the St. Camillus Center, Prairie Stone Gift Shop (hospital lobby) and the Monroe Clinic greeters’ desks (hospital and clinic lobbies). The form may also be downloaded from the Monroe Clinic website at monroeclinic.org.

For more information about purchasing an ornament or the Celebration of Lights service, please call 608-324-1230.

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• Ability to teach the fundamentals of track and field to all student-athletes.

• Ability to teach and communicate effectively within the high school co-op setting.

• Must have a positive approach to relate to all athletes.

• Build a program from the youth levels on up.

Application deadline: Friday, Nov. 15 Application process: Please send letter of interest and resume outlining coaching accomplishments and coaching philosophy to Mrs. Casey Downey, High School Principal, 540 N. Rush St., Stockton, IL 61085 or email to casey.downey@stocktonschools.com

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INTERNATIONAL M TRACTOR 1949 with narrow front end. 3 point hitch, thresher pulley, runs great. $2500. Days 262-9092878, eve., 262-862-7070.

Motorcycles 2008 GOLDWING MOTORTRIKE 11,200 miles, & extras. $16,000 OBO. 262-378-0355.

Sports/Classic Cars 1979 CORVETTE 350 CI automatic. $6,000 OBO. Call 262-7636528.

1990 CHRYSLER IMPERIAL Bright white w/red leather. Beautiful cond. $7,995. 262-325-3541.

1994 TOYOTA CAMRY 175,000 miles, runs & drives great. $1,000.

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1998 CHEVROLET TRACKER One owner, red convertible, 101,000 mi., 1/2 0f the mileage was towed behind motor home.

Garage kept, 4 WD, 5 speed, stick shift, runs Great. $2,250 Call 262763-6552

1996 Camaro RS Convertible 3.8, Auto, 93,000 mi, leather black, black top, good condition. $4,400 OBO. 815-233-5088

‘67 MUSTANG DISASSEMBLED Many new parts, too much to list. $6,000 OBO. Dennis 262914-1091.

2000 BUICK LeSABRE Runs great, 150K miles, 1 owner. $1500 OBO (262) 758-9027

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Auto, CD. all power. Well maintained and drives great. 65,000 moles. Comes with Impala hub caps and spare set of rims. $5,500 OBO. Call/Text Nick at 262-949-4434.

2007 DODGE DURANGO SLT Plus AWD, one owner, nonsmoker, new tires, 3rd row seat, 163K miles. $5200. Call or text 262758-2089.

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Trucks & Trailers 2001 FORD RANGER 4X4 with cap. New Tires, Shocks and Exhaust. Asking $2,200 OBO 262492-5486 2005 GMC In Spring Grove.

Good shape. Asking $5000. (815) 675-2054 2006 MENARDS UTILITY TRAILER 4 x 8 deck, folding for stand up storage, 1,180 LB capacity. $300. 630-209-9415.

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ENCLOSED TRAILER Very good condition. 16ft. $2,900. 847219-4380.

Vans, Mini Vans 2006 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SXT 150k, runs & drives good, 7 pass., $1250. 847-2099145 2006 HONDA ODYSSEY EXL 155.8K, mi, very good condition. All maintenance up to date. $5700 OBO. 262-374-2988.

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Board of Health Meeting On Thursday, Nov. 7, at 7 p.m., the Jo Daviess County Board of Health will hold a regularly scheduled meeting in the conference room of the Health Department, Galena, IL.

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Defense comes out strong for the Wildcats for post season play.

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(Continued from front page) 64 yard touchdown run to give them a 40-0 lead. The score opened up the running clock and had the Wildcats preparing to run out the clock on their first ever playoffs win.

The North Fulton defense simply had no answer for Rhodes and Engle as they were breaking tackles and outrunning guys on every single play.

The Wildcats were able to get one final score when Trevor Grube went around the right side and took it in from about seven yards out. His first touchdown pushed the score to 48-0 and it would Wildcats strike first as Joseph Diaz finds the end zone on the carremain that way until the clock hit zero ry. on what was a big day for the River Ridge Wildcats. Breyton Fry was able to grab an interception to put an end to North Fulton’s last second hopes and keep the shutout alive for their defense.

Thanks to the massive days on offense by Engle and Rhodes and the stout play by their defense, the Wildcats were able to capture the big win and move on to round two where they will face off with the six seed in Schlarman Academy on Friday, November 8. The Wildcats won their first game against Schlarman by a score of 52-34.

2019 NUIC Girls Golf AllConference Selections

All-Conference Selections Ashley Janssen, Eastland/ Milledgeville Emily Hartman, W. Carroll Kari Conklin, River Ridge/ Scales Mound Sarah Edler, LeWin/Pearl City Naomi Mullen, Eastland/ Milledgeville Hannah Guilinger, W. Carroll Aleda Lee, Dakota Kealie Wilcox, Polo Also, the LWPC girls golf team was given the conference Sports- Quarterback Bryton Engle rushes for the Wildcats first down and manship award. more on the keeper.

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REAL ESTATE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 15TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT JO DAVIESS COUNTY - GALENA, ILLINOIS SPECIALIZED LOAN SERVICING LLC Plaintiff, -v.ROGER A. BAGGETT et al Defendant 2019 CH 7 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 12, 2019, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 1:30 PM on December 3, 2019, at the office of Vincent Roth Toepfer & Leinen PC, 11406 U.S. Route 20 W, GALENA, IL, 61036, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 6793 NORTH HILL RD, SCALES MOUND, IL 61075 Property Index No. 03-100-011-00 The real estate is improved with a residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to 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 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 will receive a Certificate of Sale that 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 representation as to the condition of the property.

Prospective bidders are admonished to

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check the court file to verify all information.

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).

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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-19-02330 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2019 CH 7 TJSC#: 39-5985 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney 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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Jo Daviess County Farm Bureau offering $250 towards R.O.P.S. Purchase. The Jo Daviess County Farm Bureau would like to offer funds to reimburse farmers for purchasing ROPS (Rollover Protective Structures.) Fifty-five percent of farm tractors in Illinois do not have a cab or ROPS (Rollover Protection Structure.) Only 1 in 5 victims will survive a tractor rollover accident.

The leading cause of farm related deaths in Illinois is tractor rollover accidents. They account for more than 30% of farm related deaths.

ROPS help protect farmers and family members from being crushed in the event of a tractor turnover or rollover. Safety Chairman, Dan Robbe, states that “Safety is a priority of the farm bureau, and we would like to encourage our members to install ROPS on their tractors”. Jo Daviess County Farm Bureau members who purchase a ROPS could receive a re-

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imbursement of $250 towards the purchase of a ROPS (we have two more available this year). To receive the $250, members would need to bring in their paid invoice to Annette Eggers the Farm Bureau office in Elizabeth. Customers would be responsible for the cost, freight, and installation which are available through the dealer. If you have been thinking about putting a ROPS on one of your tractors – now is the time! For more information about this program, or to become a member of our organization, contact the Jo Daviess County Farm Bureau office at 815-858-2235 or email jdcfbmgr@blkhawk.net.

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3.04% APY*

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Are you between the ages of 18 and 35 and have an interest in agriculture? I have just the group for you….The Jo Daviess County Farm Bureau Young Leaders. We have a great group of individuals that enjoy promoting agriculture and I would love to see more people join in. The next meeting is Sunday, Nov. 10.

We will be having a potluck and a short meeting including officer elections. If you are interested in joining in, contact our office for full details.

Did you know that you don’t need to be a farmer to be a farm bureau member? Give me a call at the office and I can tell you how YOU can become a member. You will be able to take advantage of the many membership benefits that Illinois Farm Bureau and Jo Daviess County Farm Bureau has to offer.

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0.10% APY*

on balances over $20K

0.05% APY*

if qualifications aren’t met

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*3.04% Annual Percentage Yield (APY) paid on balances between one penny and $20,000, and .10% APY paid on all amounts above $20,000 each cycle the minimum requirements are met. If you do not meet the requirements per cycle, your account will still function as a free checking account earning 0.05% APY. Rates as of November 1, 2019. We may change the interest rate and APY at any time after the account is opened. No minimum balance is required. Available to personal accounts only and limited to one account per customer.

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